City Meeting Facilities
Besides the long list of privately owned facilities, the City of Nanaimo has five facilities perfect for everything from small business meetings to full conferences and trade shows…
Beban Park Recreation Centre - One of the largest and most versatile meeting and convention facilities in the central Vancouver Island area, with capacity for up to 1100 people. The adjacent arena provides additional seating for 3500 people and a total trade show space of up to 55,000 square feet. The complex is situated on 100 acres of beautiful parkland with 1100 on-site parking spaces included free of charge.
Bowen Park Complex - Located in central Nanaimo, this 36-hectare park offers a tranquil environment for your delegates. Bowen Park features a large 306-person auditorium, 7 break out rooms, and you're only steps away from tennis courts, an 18 disc golf course, and kilometres of walking trails.
Nanaimo Ice Centre - This 85,000 square foot multiplex facility includes two NHL regulation size ice surfaces, each with seating for 500 spectators, and a 6,650 square foot multi-purpose room. Just across the street from this facility is the Nanaimo Aquatic Centre.
Oliver Wood Community Centre - This state-of-the-art facility opened in February 2008. Located in North Nanaimo on 7.5 acres, Oliver Wood features two full-size gymnasiums in addition to six multi-purpose rooms that can give your delegates the elbow room they need.
Vancouver Island Conference Centre - Canada's newest Conference Center is truly the crowning gem of the city! With flexible function space for up to 1,300 delegates, your options are limitless. Tel: 250-755-4487 Toll Free: 1-866-430-MEET (6338) www.VIConference.com
Other Facilities:
- Pools: Nanaimo Aquatic Center (50m), Beban Pool (25m), Bowen Outdoor Pool (25m)
- Ice Arenas: Nanaimo Ice Center, Frank Crane Arena (4,155 seats), Cliff McNabb Arena (training facility)
- 17 multi-sport facilities
- Full Track - managed by the Track & Field Club
- Twin Gymnasium Facility
For more information on these and other City of Nanaimo facilities contact the Parks, Recreation and Culture department at 250-756-5200.