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Programs & Camps

Join PacificSport Vancouver Island for one of their summer camps. The camps run from June 30 to August 29, 2025 at Deverill Square Park, 200 Irwin Street, Nanaimo.

The camps are intended for children ages 3-12 years. Register for any week of summer camp and earn one entry into an all ages bike raffle. Financial aid may be available for families.

Find out more; register your child today.

bgc Central Vancouver Island and Old Navy host This way onward, your first step into the workforce. Youth from 15-24 years are encouraged to attend this program which is tailored to give hands-on training in the essential of job hunting and workplace readiness.

Examples include:

  • Resume building
  • Application tips
  • Job search straategies
  • Leadership skills

The program runs through July and August. Space is limited; email youth@bgccvi.com to find out more.

Do you know a youth who would like to take a deep dive into the arts? Registration is now open for our Youth Art Immersive session this summer. 

This program is open to teens 15 to 19 years of age, with all experience, skill, and ability levels. Choose to register for one, two, or all three weeks. There will be new activities each week and a slideshow at the end of each session for everyone to celebrate the youth and their creations.

Register using the links below. Each day goes from 9:00am to 4:00pm in the Art Lab.

August 11-15 

August 18-22

August 25-29 

Events & Initiatives

CVIMS offers summer sports clubs, camps and workshops.

Grants

Have a look at the community and youth grants available:

  • Enabling Accessibility Fund – Youth innovation component
  • Enviroment
  • Public Safety
  • Social Planning Grant
  • Community Program Development Grant

Find out more; apply today.

KidsSport Nanaimo provides grants to help cover the costs of registration fees so that all kids under 18 years in Nanaimo can play a season of sport.

The Chapter accepts applications and administers grants of up to $400 per child, per year. Apply for a grant today.

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