Our Vision

1. Community Vision

Nanaimo will be a community that respects people. It will hold neighbourhoods as the building blocks of the city. Nanaimo will be safe and supportive for people of all ages and all income levels. It will be an attractive place to live with the historic downtown core forming the "heart" of the city. Change in the city will be based on the foundation of community participation. Nanaimo will be a community that respects and preserves the environment and one that is pedestrian friendly. It will be a city of social and economic opportunity that has a diverse economy and a wide range of social, recreational, cultural and artistic amenities and services.

2. Objectives (general criteria for determining wellness)

• provide leadership for change

• support and foster community based initiatives

• build partnerships to facilitate the growth of a healthy community

• work cooperatively to achieve the community vision

3. Mission

The City's purpose is to preserve, protect and enhance the quality of life in Nanaimo through the facilitation of municipal services in an equitable, efficient and effective manner.

4. Values

Honesty: We deal openly and directly with our peers and customers.

Integrity: We do what we say, and we live by our values.

Quality: We provide the best possible service with the resources available.

Teamwork: We work together to achieve our common goals.

Accountability: We accept responsibility for our decisions and actions.

Pride: We have a personal commitment and dedication to our work and customer

Respect: We treat our peers and customers with courtesy and dignity.

Communication: We share information and gather feedback throughout the organization and with our customers.