City seeking new member for Board of Variance

Applications open until Feb. 6, 2026

NEWS RELEASE - Distributed January 14, 2026 9:00 AM

Summary

Residents interested in becoming more involved with local government have the opportunity to apply to the Board of Variance. The City of Nanaimo is currently recruiting one member for a three-year term.

Successful applicants to the Board will have a basic understanding of building and zoning regulations such as the City’s Zoning Bylaw and BC Building Code, as well as familiarity with interpreting architectural plans and documents. Board members cannot be elected officials, employees of the local government that appoints them or on an advisory planning commission.

Applications can be filled out online or picked up at City Hall (455 Wallace Street). Interested residents can submit a completed application form to the Legislative Services Department by 4 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 6, 2026.

• online: www.nanaimo.ca/goto/committees
• mail/in-person: Legislative Services, 455 Wallace Street, Nanaimo, BC, V9R 5J6
• email: legislative.servicesoffice@nanaimo.ca

For more information regarding the board including mandate, eligibility requirements, time commitments and responsibilities, please see the Board of Variance page on the City’s website or contact the Legislative Services Department at (250) 755-4405.

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