The Mens Centre

04/23/2026

The Men's Centre is pleased to report that our staff counsellor, Ryan Levis, has been selected to present at this year's Cascadia Men's Conference in Squamish Valley, B.C. The conference takes place between August 6th and 9th of 2026, and focuses on masculinity and mythopoetics. The conference has terrific offerings from a variety of practitioners, artists, advocates, and scholars covering a range of beautiful topics like

The Chief’s Light: A Poetic Exploration of Indigenous Masculinity by Cliff Taylor
Safe to be Seen: The Foundation Every Man Builds From by Rob Hughes
Forging the Whole Man: Initiation, Ego, and Awakening by Matt Sturm

Ryan will be presenting on the Redemption of Herakles, with a special focus on the Stymphalian Birds.

04/15/2026

04/01/2026

Thank you to The Legion Nanaimo Branch 256

Thank you to George, Robin and everyone at the Legion Nanaimo for your generous donation of $2000. Your support for our work with Men and their families ih the community is greatly appreciated! (Missing from the picture is our Board Member, Jim Shabbitts).

03/11/2026

Dealing with the Dragon

This course offers tools to understand and manage big emotions like anger, improve communication, and develop healthier relationship dynamics.

Participants will learn practical strategies to navigate conflict, handle stress, and build a more fulfilling life. These evidence-based programs are designed to empower men to make positive changes, foster healthier relationships, and create a more peaceful community.

The Next Dealing with the Dragon will happen Saturday May 9th and Sunday May 10th , 2026 and will run from 9:30 - 3:30 each day. It will happen here at The Men's Centre Boardroom (418D Fitzwilliam Street). The cost is $200, to register just click the register link below.

This course offers tools to understand and manage big emotions like anger, improve communication, and develop healthier relationship dynamics. Participants will learn practical strategies to navigate conflict, handle stress, and build a more fulfilling life. These evidence-based programs are designe...

11/13/2025

Register for our Men's support group for Intimate Partner Violence at : www.menssupportbc.ca

11/06/2025

A timely article about men's mental health in this week's edition of the Nanaimo News Bulletin.

10/30/2025

Updated programs and services from our colleagues at the Canadian Centre for Men and Families.

10/01/2025

Thank you to Nanaimo Golf Club

A special 'Thank you" To the Wednesday Men's League at the Nanaimo Golf Club who graciously donated $1000 to the Centre. The Wednesday Group has now been an ongoing supporter for 3 years in a row!

09/23/2025

https://www.theguardian.com/society/2025/sep/23/uk-summit-kicks-off-new-conversation-for-working-dads

Organisers of event urge fathers to push for more equal parental rights in face of Britain’s current poor offering