Organizations & Associations


Nanaimo feels like home to visitors because it has all the services and amenities people need. Whether you're looking for automotive repair, banking, or real estate advice, this city has a wide variety of service choices to complement its tourism charm. Many of Nanaimo's commercial centres are located along Island Highway 19A. These centres offer the city's greatest variety of retail and service destinations. There are dozens of developments along the highway, including Longwood Station, Southgate Plaza, Brooks Landing, and Terminal Park. Other important districts include Departure Bay and Harewood, located east and west of Highway 19, respectively.

 

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Child Development Centre

The Child Development Centre is a non-profit organization, operating under the Nanaimo Child Development Centre Society (formerly Nanaimo...

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Christ Community Church

Christ Community Church desires to be a vibrant spiritual community that continues to invest in the next generation of God's champions. Our...

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Comox Valley Tourism

The breathtaking beauty of the high alpine to sparkling blue waters of Baynes Sound, stunning scenery and dynamic communities of the Comox Valley...

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Crimson Coast Dance Society

Let your emotions be your guide! Join us for Hot Contemporary Dance Events, InFrinGinG Dance Festival with National & International Artists...

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Downtown Nanaimo Partnership

The DNPS represents over 600 businesses and 300 property owners in the centre of the City and works to achieve three major strategic objectives...

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English Entertainment

Welcome to English Entertainment based in Nanaimo BC where great events don't just happen, English Entertainment creates them.
Great events...

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Friends of the Morden Mine

We are a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and restoring the most complete above-ground remains of an historic coal mine on...

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Greater Nanaimo Chamber Of Commerce

The Greater Nanaimo Chamber of Commerce is a not-for-profit organization that works with its members and other community organizations to ensure a...

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Island Professional Event Network

The Island Professional Event Network (formerly the Vancouver Island Meeting Planners and Suppliers) hosts events around Victoria and Central...

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L'Association des francophones de Nanaimo

In February of every year, Nanaimo pulsates with the rhythm of the Maple Sugar Festival du Sucre d'Érable. This festival is indeed one-of-a-kind:...

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Ladysmith Downtown Business Association

Ladysmith Downtown Business Associations Welcomes you to Beautiful Downtown Ladysmith, steeped in history. Stroll First Ave, Shop, dine, visit...

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Ladysmith Maritime Society

Harbour tours July - August

Maritime Museum July - August. Learn the rich history of the Ladysmith Harbour, from Chemainus First Nation...

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Loyal Nanaimo Bathtub Soc.

Four days of summertime FUN...something for EVERYONE in the family
Live entertainment stage, Sail Past Parade, Display Booths, Kiddies...

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McGirr Sports Fields Society

Located in Nanaimo BC Canada, the McGirr Sports Fields consist of four softball diamonds built to full size slo-pitch dimensions, with four soccer...

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Mid Island Co-op

8 Gas Bars and convenience stores in Nanaimo to serve you. Our Nanaimo locations include; Downtown on Victoria Crescent, Harewood, Brooks Landing...

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Nanaimo and Area B&B Association

Something for Everyone!

17 Bed & Breakfasts. Friendly & Informative Hosts. Country and City settings. Lake & Ocean views....

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Nanaimo and Area Land Trust Society

DID YOU KNOW...?

The NALT Stewardship Resource Centre is our
office, AND a valuable community resource?
With - a lending...

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living

Nanaimo Association for Community Living is a non-profit organization that supports and advocates for citizens with developmental disabilities and...

Oceanside Tourism - Parksville Qualicum Beach Region

The Parksville and Qualicum Beach region, located on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, is Canada's best family friendly beach destination...

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Old City Quarter Association

Rich in history and warmed by tradition, these tree lined streets invite shoppers, browsers and visitors to experience the atmosphere while they...

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Pacific Care

The Pacific Child and Family Enrichment Society was formed by a group of child care specialists who worked together formally and informally over a...

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Pacific Sport

* Athletes training with PacificSport achieved more than 145 international podium performances in the 2006-2007 season.

* Of the 24...

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Tourism Campbell River & Region

Tourism Campbell River & Region is your source of Travel & Tourism Information for North Central Vancouver Island and the West Coast of...

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Tourism Cowichan

Tourism Cowichan was founded in the spring of 2003 as a regional marketing organization to promote the natural beauty, heritage attributes,...

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Tourism Ucluelet

On Canada's wild west coast, you can visit the edge of an island both ancient with history and young in energy. Visit with whales...

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Tourism Vancouver

Find everything you need to better understand where the city is located, its weather, politics, geography and more!

Why Vancouver Vancouver...

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Tourism Vancouver Island

Tourism Vancouver Island is a destination marketing organization whose vision is "To Position the Vancouver Island Region as a Premier Destination...

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Tourism Victoria

Tourism Victoria is the official not-for-profit tourism industry association that works in partnership with over 1,000 business members and...

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Vancouver Island University

Vancouver Island University is a public, degree-granting institution that offers both university and college programs.

* Established in...

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Vancouver Island University Tourism & Recreation Management Program

VIU is also on the cutting edge of recreation and tourism education. Our graduates are the final measure of our program's effectiveness and you...

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