Nanaimo Association for Community Living

Nanaimo Association for Community Living Do you see a world where all people with diversabilities thrive? So do we. Join our team of real-life influencers today! We can't wait to meet you!

NACL provides a wide variety of services to people with diversabilities in the mid-Vancouver Island region. Our person-centered philosophy means the people we serve drive the kinds of programs and services we provide, so we can support them on their journey to lead thriving lives. We proudly provide:
- Community Inclusion Programs
- Community Outreach
- Housing: Staffed Homes and Home Sharing
- Em

ployment Services
- Snoezelen Room (Multi-Sensory Environment)
- Respite Services

We offer meaningful employment in every way. Come work for a successful non-profit with competitive wages and the opportunity to have our robust health and welfare benefits/pension plan, where you can have a direct and positive impact on people with diversabilities. Our island lifestyle in this picturesque harbour/hub city of over 100,000 people is hard to beat, as well! Scroll through our job openings at https://nanaimoacl.com/careers - and kick-start a rewarding career in youth and adult community support work. NACL COMMUNITY GUIDELINES

Nanaimo Association for Community Living (NACL)’s Facebook and Instagram pages are intended to be friendly and informative spaces for the people we support, their families, and the community. Please note that NACL does not necessarily endorse nor is responsible for the accuracy of information, opinions, claims, or advice shared here by followers of the page. While we encourage followers to voice their opinions, we ask that users of this page respect fellow community members and the posting guidelines of Facebook/Instagram and to understand that NACL reserves the right to remove postings that are:

• (a) abusive, defamatory, or obscene;
• (b) fraudulent, deceptive, or misleading;
• (c) in violation of any intellectual property right of another;
• (d) in violation of any law or regulation, or
• (e) otherwise offensive, graphically or in tone. Any users who choose to ignore these guidelines and post material that falls within any of these categories will be banned from the Nanaimo Association for Community Living Facebook and/or Instagram page. This is to ensure a safe and respectful online environment for all our users. Our goal is to create a friendly and informative space for the people we serve, their families, and the community. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in maintaining a positive and respectful online environment. While we try to ensure that all the information presented on the NACL page is as accurate as possible, we sometimes make mistakes. If there are any discrepancies between the Facebook/Instagram page and www.nanaimoacl.com, the latter takes precedence. If you have any questions, you can contact us at (250) 741-0224 or [email protected].

At   (youth homes) we have been having pup cups of course, learning to paddle board, spending lots of time outside, bowl...
09/04/2026

At (youth homes) we have been having pup cups of course, learning to paddle board, spending lots of time outside, bowling (which is fun for all seasons!), and getting ready to start school! Have a great long weekend before that last thing happens, everyone! 🍎📚

We’re so lucky to have him on NACL’s Board of Directors, and are also VERY proud he’s won this well-deserved award! Cong...
09/02/2026

We’re so lucky to have him on NACL’s Board of Directors, and are also VERY proud he’s won this well-deserved award! Congratulations again, Neil!!! 🏆🥰🎉🎉🎉

BS went to a   game back on August 1st for the second year in a row! He had a great time taking the  there - and even th...
09/02/2026

BS went to a game back on August 1st for the second year in a row! He had a great time taking the there - and even though ended up being a tied game. He was happy to cheer the players on! ⚽🎉

It's September already, and that means our membership deadline is fast approaching (September 13th by 11:59 p.m.) to hav...
09/01/2026

It's September already, and that means our membership deadline is fast approaching (September 13th by 11:59 p.m.) to have AGM voting privileges! If you haven't been a NACL employee within the last two years, are 19 or older, willing to pay $1 minimum, and agree to uphold our Constitution and Bylaws, please consider joining or renewing now, because ! Thanks for your support, and spread the word! 🤩👍

PS: Any memberships received by NACL the workweek of 31Aug-04Sep will be processed the following week.

Our survey is open until Friday at noon - and we'd LOVE your input. We're looking at what the needs/wants are for child ...
08/31/2026

Our survey is open until Friday at noon - and we'd LOVE your input. We're looking at what the needs/wants are for child and youth respite services, so please check out our anonymous survey (link in bio or visit https://forms.gle/dkrMQMmh96ALgbKi9) and help us figure out what we can potentially pilot for you! Thanks so much - and spread this far and wide to anyone who might be interested. 🤩👍

Just a couple of cool dudes from   staying cool and beating the summer heat with sensational swimming and wild waterslid...
08/31/2026

Just a couple of cool dudes from staying cool and beating the summer heat with sensational swimming and wild waterslides. Are you jealous yet? These folks really define "summer fun!" 🌊🎉

The August 2026 edition of NACL’s newsletter,  , is now published for your reading pleasure! Catch up on all things NACL...
08/28/2026

The August 2026 edition of NACL’s newsletter, , is now published for your reading pleasure! Catch up on all things NACL from this quarter by going to nanaimoacl.com/resources - it’s near the top under Newsletters! Feedback is always welcome… 🥰👍

From NACL  : JK is a real photography aficionado, and has been snapping shots for years. He's now putting his skills to ...
08/27/2026

From NACL : JK is a real photography aficionado, and has been snapping shots for years. He's now putting his skills to amazing use and will be NACL's resident photographer for the upcoming Employment Works Conference in September! 📷👍

We’re SO excited to support our Victoria Crescent neighbours with “Back to the Garden” 🪴🎶 this Saturday! Get your ticket...
08/27/2026

We’re SO excited to support our Victoria Crescent neighbours with “Back to the Garden” 🪴🎶 this Saturday! Get your tickets now at Sound Heritage for just $20 each and enjoy a fun evening for all ages! ☺️🎉

Address

#201/96 Cavan Street
Nanaimo, BC
V9R2V1

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm

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