Boards and Committees

Committee Operating Guidelines

Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusiveness

The Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusiveness promotes equity in City plans, policies, bylaws and infrastructure by identifying barriers and recommending solutions.
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Board of Variance

The Board of Variance can grant variances to relax zoning regulations, servicing or tree protection requirements, extend non-conforming uses, or reconstruct a non-conforming building.
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Design Advisory Panel

The Design Advisory Panel (DAP) reviews development permits and makes recommendations to ensure they align with design guidelines and enhance public spaces.
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Finance and Audit Committee

The Finance and Audit Committee assists Council in fulfilling its oversight responsibilities over the City’s finances in accordance with the Community Charter.
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Governance and Priorities Committee

The Governance and Priorities Committee enables members of Council to review upcoming and important issues with members of City Staff and allows for more robust discussion and debate.
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Mayor's Leaders' Table

The Mayor’s Leaders’ Table works in collaboration with diverse groups to promote local resilience, as well as unity and well-being in the community.
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Nanaimo Performing Arts Guild

The Nanaimo Performing Arts Guild works to support performing arts, increase public appreciation of performing arts, and work to maintain the Old Victoria Arts Centre.
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Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel

When a parcel tax is to be imposed for the first time, a parcel tax roll review panel must be established to consider any concerns respecting the parcel tax roll.
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Special District 68 Sports Field and Recreation Committee

The Special District 68 Sports Field and Recreation Committee provides collaboration between the City, Lantzville and RDN Electoral Areas A, B and C regarding the provision of Sports Field and Recreation Services.
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Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee provides advice to Council on strategic and policy initiatives related to the City’s provision of public safety programs with the goal of enhancing a safe and healthy community.
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Understanding Council Committee Structures

Some committee types are legislated; whereas others may be established by Mayor and Council to undertake specific work on Council’s behalf. The role of Committees is to function as advisory bodies that provide recommendations to Council. Committees are subject to the same rules and conditions as Council set out in the Council Procedure Bylaw.
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Last updated: April 11, 2025

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Boards and Committees

Advisory Committee on Accessibility and Inclusiveness

Board of Variance

Design Advisory Panel

Finance and Audit Committee

Governance and Priorities Committee

Mayor's Leaders' Table

Nanaimo Performing Arts Guild

Parcel Tax Roll Review Panel

Special District 68 Sports Field and Recreation Committee

Public Safety Committee

Understanding Council Committee Structures

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