Meetings & conferences

Why Meet in nanaimo

Where business meets creativity and nature

Whether you’re planning a corporate conference, an engaging workshop, or an unforgettable trade show, Nanaimo offers a setting that transcends the conventional, inspiring creativity and connection.

Choose from a range of venues including our premier conference center, equipped with the latest technology to cater to all your professional needs. Beyond walls, our city’s natural landscapes—from ocean views to mountain backdrops—offer the perfect escape to refresh minds and inspire new ideas. Enhance Your Event with Local Flair : Infuse your gathering with a touch of Nanaimo by incorporating local arts, cuisine, and entertainment. From farm-to-table catering to performances by local musicians, enhance your event with experiences that reflect the city’s vibrant and diverse cultural scene.

Supportive services for seamless planning

With a dedicated tourism organization at your side, every detail of your event is meticulously managed. From logistics to accommodations, our local experts provide personalized support to ensure your event is a success.

Explore our facilities and discover how Nanaimo can transform your standard meeting or event into an extraordinary experience. Engage with us today to start planning an event that’s as unique as our city.

State-of-the-art conference centre
800-seat theatre adjacent to wharf
Retreat centre on a mountain lake
Art gallery in downtown’s shopping district
University campus rooms with a view
Upscale hotel meeting rooms downtown
Privately owned halls in the country

Incentive Programs

IT PAYS TO HOST YOUR EVENT IN NANAIMO

Book and host* your meeting of 400+ total room nights and receive up to $10,000 credit to the groups’ master account or a travel credit. *New bookings only, credit will be based on total rooms consumed, not contracted. Must be booked through the Tourism Nanaimo Team

Meeting Planners Toolkit

Dive into Nanaimo’s Meeting Planner’s Toolkit and see how our unique venues and vibrant local culture can elevate your next meeting or event from the ordinary to the extraordinary. In Nanaimo, we blend professional functionality with the independent spirit and creative energy of the West Coast, ensuring your gathering is not only successful but also unforgettable. Explore our toolkit and start crafting an experience that’s as impactful as it is inspiring.

Getting here is easy

Nanaimo is a city nestled conveniently in the centre of beautiful Vancouver Island, a quick drive from Victoria and a stone’s throw from Vancouver and Seattle, it is an idyllic setting for the adventurer and competitor in all of us. With one of the longest shorelines in Canada, a forested mountain backdrop within minutes of the downtown core, and a temperate year-round climate, the potential to deliver memorable sport and parasport events, large and small, local and international, all with a flavour of the West Coast in Nanaimo is promising.

MEETING Venues & Group Accommodations

Explore our facilities and discover how Nanaimo can transform your standard meeting or event into an extraordinary experience.

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HOSt your next meeting in nanaimo

Tourism Nanaimo can help with the following:

Research availability of accommodation and facilities
Coordinate site visits so decision makers can experience Nanaimo first-hand
Assemble bid packages / RFP’s
Assist local host committees with presentations for your decision makers
Arrange official invitational letters from the Mayor and other organizations as required for bid proposals

Recommend off-site venues for receptions, banquets, meetings and special events
Provide links to online destination resources and photos of attractions
Assist with transportation costs between hotels for larger groups
Refer to service suppliers for partner programs, pre and post touring options, day touring, entertainment, gift ideas, etc.

Reach Out to Book a FAM Tour:

Gina Bethell, Destination Sales Manager

Group Activities

Get to know Nanaimo. Here you can throw axes, eat world-famous Nanaimo bars, go island hopping, check out art galleries, and more. The possibilities for activities to unwind and relax during a conference are endless.

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