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The Nanaimo Arts Council provides opportunities for people to participate in creative activities through our programs and partnerships. We are the only arts organization in the community with a mandate to serve all forms of artistic expression.

For over 50 years, NAC has played an integral part in the incubation and development of many of Nanaimo’s now autonomous organizations and events, including the Port Theatre and the Nanaimo Conservatory of Music. NAC has worked hard to both support creators and develop audiences and is now actively involved in blurring the line between them.

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For more than fifty years, Nanaimo Arts Council has played an integral role in the development of many of Nanaimo’s now autonomous organizations and events, including the Port Theatre and the Nanaimo Conservatory of Music. The NAC continues to work hard to both support creators and develop audiences for artists of all stripes.

Our Mandate

The Nanaimo Arts Council provides opportunities for people to participate in creative activities through our programs and partnerships. We are the only arts organization in the community with a mandate to serve all forms of artistic expression.

Our Mission

The Nanaimo Arts Council will facilitate connections between artists, arts organizations and the community to encourage creative opportunities for all.

Our Vision

We envision a healthy community inspired and enriched by its arts and culture, with the support of the Nanaimo Arts Council.

Our Values

Inclusivity, Diversity & Cultural Safety

Responsibility & Accountability

Growth & Learning

Fun & Creativity

Our Sponsors

Foundations

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Corporate Sponsors

Nanaimo Ceramic Arts
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Dennis/Wolfe Enterprises

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Wild Woman Medicine Show
Steve Marshall Ford
The Health Shop
NYLA Fresh Thread<br />
Yellow Bird Arts Gallery
Lisa Marie Barron
Portal Magazine Logo

Community Partners

Vancouver Island Regional Logo
Vancouver Island University Logo
Port Theatre Logo
Nanaimo Foundation Logo

Public Funding

British Columbia Arts Council Logo
City of Nanaimo Logo
British Columbia Arts Council Logo

Supported by the Government of Canada