Community Safety and Wellbeing
As a municipality, our responsibility is limited by legislation and resources, yet we continue to advocate to the provincial and federal government for their commitment and support in the areas that fall under their mandate such as addressing crime, the opioid crisis, addictions, mental health and housing affordability. The City is committed to working with partners, including all levels of government, to take a leadership role and address the responsibilities and services that fall under the variety of jurisdictions.
To share information regarding the many initiatives and programs the City has in place to address concerns related to housing affordability and public safety in our community, a Community Safety and Wellbeing document has been prepared.
On this page, you will find a number of helpful links to City programs, resources and contacts you can reach out to and the areas of responsibility that are within their control.
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BC Housing MOU
Learn more about the new affordable and supportive housing developments for Nanaimo.
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Nanaimo's Health and Housing Action Plan
Nanaimo's Affordable Housing Strategy (AHS) provides a framework for the City to work with other levels of government, the private sector, and non-profit organizations to facilitate the development of affordable housing. The goal is to provide a range of housing types and tenures to meet the needs of Nanaimo residents.
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Police & Crime Prevention
The Nanaimo RCMP's main goal is to increase public safety. Learn more about community safety programs and initiatives, who to contact regarding a public safety matter, and more.
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Nanaimo Systems Planning Organization
The City of Nanaimo is working closely with other agencies to address homelessness.
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Nanaimo's Provincial and Federal Representatives
View a contact list of your local MLAs and MP.
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Health Canada
Connect to Health Canada's website for information on the Federal Government's initiatives to tackle the opioid crisis.
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Ministry of Mental Health & Addictions
Learn about initiatives the Ministry of Mental Health and Addictions is developing to improve access to services and address the opioid public emergency.
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BC Housing
BC Housing's website has information on a number of affordable and supportive housing projects in Nanaimo.
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Services and Supports
Emergency shelter, nutrition, and hygiene services and supports.
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Mental Health & Substance Use Services
Get information on mental health and addiction treatment and support services through Island Health.
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Youth Resource Guide
This useful guide identifies many programs youth can take advantage of in Nanaimo. For example, it lists drop-in centres, recreation opportunities, legal services and more.
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Ministry of Housing
The Ministry of Housing is responsible for providing British Columbians access to more affordable, safe and appropriate housing through policy and programs, technical codes and standards, and services for landlords and tenants.
Last updated: November 14, 2024
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