Neighbourhood Associations

Neighbourhood associations are independent voluntary organizations in the City that advocate for the shared interests and goals of residents and may run programs or special events. 

City Council adopted the Neighbourhood Association Supports Policy on April 25, 2022 to clarify how the City recognizes and supports neighbourhood associations in Nanaimo.  

Is there an active neighbourhood association in my area, and how can I contact this group?

The City maintains a contact list and map of neighbourhood associations that meet the organizational criteria of the Neighbourhood's Support Policy, as well as a map of geographic area of interest for each group:

Neighbourhood Association Map (PDF)

Neighbourhood Association Contact List (PDF)

Some neighbourhood associations have their own website or Facebook pages:

• Brechin Hill Community Association
• Departure Bay Neighbourhood Association
• Dover Community Association 
• Harewood Neighbourhood Association
• Nanaimo Old City Association
• Neighbours of Nob Hill
• Newcastle Community Association
• Protection Island Neighbourhood Association
• South End Community Association
• Wellington Community Association/ Wellington Action Committee

Not all neighbourhoods have a neighbourhood association. Contact City staff if you are interested in starting a neighbourhood association in your area. Information related to forming and maintaining a neighbourhood association can be found at this link.

Neighbourhood Association Grant Program

For more information on the new grant program, please visit this link.

What is the Nanaimo Neighbourhood Network?

The Nanaimo Neighbourhood Network is an independent voluntary association of neighbourhood groups in the city which meets three times a year (October/February/June).

Key contact: Greg Brown (Chair) - email: gbmoneymatters@gmail.com 

Neighbourhood Network Mandate