Nanaimo Family Life Association

Nanaimo Family Life Association Nanaimo Family Life is dedicated to serving the Nanaimo community.

Since 1967 Nanaimo Family Life Association has personally and positively impacted over 70,000 people in the Nanaimo community by providing programs and services that supports people in achieving their full potential through all stages of life. Nanaimo Family Life defines โ€œfamilyโ€ as: biological relationships, legal relationships, work relationships and/or social, emotional relationships linking its members. We help individuals and families respond to personal challenges and external challenges in a way that fosters healthy relationships and healthy communities.

This week, we recognize Trans Awareness Week.Itโ€™s a time to uplift transgender voices, celebrate diversity, and learn ho...
11/13/2025

This week, we recognize Trans Awareness Week.
Itโ€™s a time to uplift transgender voices, celebrate diversity, and learn how we can better support the trans community.
Everyone deserves to feel safe, valued, and respected for who they are.
Together, we can create spaces where authenticity is welcomed and celebrated. ๐Ÿณ๏ธโ€โšง๏ธ

Every life matters. Every story matters. Today, we stand together for healing, hope, and awareness. ๐Ÿ’œ ๐Ÿ“… November 21, 20...
11/12/2025

Every life matters. Every story matters. Today, we stand together for healing, hope, and awareness. ๐Ÿ’œ



๐Ÿ“… November 21, 2025

โฐ 12:00โ€“1:00 PM Lunch
1:00โ€“3:00 PM Events
3:00โ€“3:30 PM Guest speakers

๐Ÿ“ Tillicum Lelum Wellness Centre
602 Haliburton Street

โœจ No registration required

While you're going through your closet this season, please keep us in mind for any ๐ฅ๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ญ๐ฅ๐ฒ ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ž๐ ๐ฐ๐ข๐ง๐ญ๐ž๐ซ ๐œ๐ฅ๐จ๐ญ๐ก๐ข๐ง๐  you're l...
11/12/2025

While you're going through your closet this season, please keep us in mind for any ๐ฅ๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ญ๐ฅ๐ฒ ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ž๐ ๐ฐ๐ข๐ง๐ญ๐ž๐ซ ๐œ๐ฅ๐จ๐ญ๐ก๐ข๐ง๐  you're looking to part with.

We're especially in need of:
๐ŸงฆSocks
๐ŸฉฒUnder garments
๐Ÿ‘–Warm/ fleece joggers or sweatpants
๐ŸงถSweaters and jackets
๐ŸงฃToques and gloves

Your donations help keep our community members warm and cared for during the colder months. โ™ฅ

๐Ÿ“Donations can be dropped off at 595 Townsite Road, around the ๐›๐š๐œ๐ค of the shelter
๐Ÿ•’We will be accepting them 7 days a week from 1-4pm

Please contact ๐ž_๐ ๐š๐ ๐ง๐จ๐ง@๐ง๐Ÿ๐ฅ๐š๐›๐œ.๐จ๐ซ๐  if you would like to arrange an alternate time for drop off.

Thank you for supporting Nanaimo Family Life Association and helping us spread warmth this winter!

URGENTLY Hiring We are seeking compassionate individuals to provide services at our overnight shelters. We provide all t...
11/12/2025

URGENTLY Hiring



We are seeking compassionate individuals to provide services at our overnight shelters. We provide all training! Please send resume and cover letter to j_braybrook@nflabc.org.

Are you in a master's-level counselling program? Practicum placements are now open at NFLA! Space for ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ” ๐š๐ง๐ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ• is f...
11/12/2025

Are you in a master's-level counselling program? Practicum placements are now open at NFLA! Space for ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ” ๐š๐ง๐ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ• is filling up fastโ€”donโ€™t miss your chance to gain hands-on experience and make a real impact. ๐€๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐ฒ ๐ง๐จ๐ฐ to secure your spot!

We are looking for volunteers for our Seniors Transportation program!๐Ÿš™๐ŸŒพPlease reach out to our Volunteer Coordinator to ...
11/12/2025

We are looking for volunteers for our Seniors Transportation program!๐Ÿš™๐ŸŒพ

Please reach out to our Volunteer Coordinator to signup!
๐Ÿ“ž 250 - 754 - 3331 EXT 213
โœ‰๏ธ volunteercoordinator@nflabc.org

๐Ÿ’› You donโ€™t have to go through family estrangement alone. This Family Estrangement Support Group offers a safe and under...
11/11/2025

๐Ÿ’› You donโ€™t have to go through family estrangement alone.

This Family Estrangement Support Group offers a safe and understanding space to connect, share, and feel heard. Everyone is welcome.

Today, we pause to remember. We honour the courage, sacrifice, and service of those who gave everything for our freedom....
11/11/2025

Today, we pause to remember. We honour the courage, sacrifice, and service of those who gave everything for our freedom. Lest we forget.

Are you 18 or older and have completed Counselling Skills Levels 1 & 2 at VIU https://pdt.viu.ca/counselling-skills-cour...
11/10/2025

Are you 18 or older and have completed Counselling Skills Levels 1 & 2 at VIU https://pdt.viu.ca/counselling-skills-courses, or have comparable education or experience in counselling or a helping profession?

Weโ€™re looking for compassionate adults to volunteer as counsellors and make a meaningful difference in the Nanaimo community.

Visit our website for more information www.nflabc.org
Training and ongoing support provided.

Email Ardith at a_finnamore@nflabc.org for information and an application package.

๐Ÿ“ฃ ๐—ช๐—˜โ€™๐—ฅ๐—˜ ๐—›๐—œ๐—ฅ๐—œ๐—ก๐—š! ๐Ÿ“ฃDo you have a kind heart and a desire to help others feel safe, seen, and supported? Join our caring te...
11/10/2025

๐Ÿ“ฃ ๐—ช๐—˜โ€™๐—ฅ๐—˜ ๐—›๐—œ๐—ฅ๐—œ๐—ก๐—š! ๐Ÿ“ฃ
Do you have a kind heart and a desire to help others feel safe, seen, and supported? Join our caring team at the Nanaimo Unitarian Shelter as a Shelter Worker! ๐Ÿ’™

If youโ€™re passionate about supporting others with kindness, empathy, and respect, weโ€™d love to hear from you. This role offers an incredible opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of individuals in need while being part of a supportive and uplifting team. If you're ready to bring your positive energy and care to those who need it most, we encourage you to apply today!

We're looking for:
โœ” A warm, calm, and compassionate presence
โœ” A deep respect for others' stories and experiences
โœ” A commitment to creating a safe, welcoming space
โœ” The heart to show up and be there when it matters most

๐Ÿ”น ๐—”๐—ฃ๐—ฃ๐—Ÿ๐—ฌ ๐—ง๐—ข๐——๐—”๐—ฌ ๐Ÿ”น
๐Ÿ† Details here: https://www.nflabc.org/employment-opportunities/
๐Ÿ“ฉ Send your resume to: e_gagnon@nflabc.org

We encourage everyone to take time tomorrow to remember and honour our veterans and fallen heroes. Their sacrifices will...
11/10/2025

We encourage everyone to take time tomorrow to remember and honour our veterans and fallen heroes. Their sacrifices will never be forgotten.โค๏ธ๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ

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1070 Townsite Road
Nanaimo, BC
V9S1M6

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 3pm
Tuesday 10am - 3am
Wednesday 10am - 3pm
Thursday 10am - 3pm

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Over the past 50 years, Nanaimo Family Life Association has personally and positively impacted over 70,000 people in the Nanaimo community by providing programs and services that supports people in achieving their full potential through all stages of life. Nanaimo Family Life defines โ€œfamilyโ€ as: biological relationships, legal relationships, work relationships and/or social, emotional relationships linking its members. We help individuals and families respond to personal challenges and external challenges in a way that fosters healthy relationships and healthy communities.