Welcome to Youth Connections, where we’re all about creating safe, welcoming spaces for Nanaimo’s youth to connect with their community and peers.
As part of the “Nanaimo Youth Resilience Strategy,” we offer a range of opportunities designed to help young newcomers and locals build resilience and foster a sense of belonging.
Looking for a supportive community where you can connect with peers, share experiences, and enjoy fun activities? Look no further! Youth Connections is here to provide you with a safe and welcoming space to thrive.
Calling all young artists!
The Nanaimo Harbourfront Library is hosting an exciting art exhibition – Reality Meets the Screen, in partnership with CVIMS and Volunteer Nanaimo. Celebrating the creativity and talent of emerging artists in our community, this exhibition invites you to explore how media shapes your identity, creativity and connection to the world.
Submissions Guidelines:
Important Dates:
For more details, submission criteria, and guidelines, contact:
Eutah Mizushima, Youth Outreach Worker
Join us for a night filled with fun and excitement!
Date: Friday, February 21, 2025
Time: 7:00 – 9:30pm
Location: Frank Crane Arena – 2300 Bowen Rd
Eligibility: Youth 12 – 25
Sign Up: HERE
Join our Library Youth Club and dive into a world of creativity, games and movies! Plus, special events and activities
Date: Every Monday from January 6 – March 24, 205
Time: 5:00 – 7:00pm
Location: Creative Commons – Nanaimo Harbourfront Library
Eligibility: Youth 12 – 18
Sign Up: HERE
Date: Every Thursday from January 9 – March 27, 2025
Time: 5:00 – 7:00pm
Location: Unit 205 – 235 Bastion Street, Nanaimo, BC
Eligibility: Youth 19 – 25
Sign Up: HERE
Youth Connections is made possible by a generous grant from the City of Nanaimo. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the City for their support in bringing this valuable initiative to our community.
With the respectful acknowledgement that the CVIMS community is located on the Traditional Territories of Snuneymuxw and Snaw-Naw-As First Nations.
