Nanaimo Association for Community Living

So sorry, folks! 😔 Due to unforeseen circumstances, we’re unable to have our #SocialNight this evening. Thanks for understanding, and we’ll keep you updated about next week!

Meet the PacificSport Vancouver Island dream team: Michel, Liam, and Hywel—leaders and champions for hiring inclusively. Please check them out at pacificsportvi.com, they do great work we can all get behind! 🤩👍 #InclusiveEmployer #AccessibleSports #Accessibility #SportsPrograms

It’s St. Patrick’s Day craft night for tomorrow’s NACL #SocialNight! Unwind, create, and let your imagination lead. No experience needed! Supplies provided – just bring yourself and your creative spark. 🍀🎨 See you from 6-8 at 83 Victoria Crescent - $5 at the door gets you a snack and a drink! 🤩👍

TB’s #HomeShareProvider will be welcoming a baby this month 👶🍼 - they had the shower last weekend! 🤩👍 #HomeShare #Congratulations #BabyShower

LeMa and StSe from #KennedyHome went to Nanaimo Parks and Rec’s #SocialClub hosted at Driftwood a couple weeks ago! We were able to mix and mingle with everyone and catch up over a nice plate of food! ☺️👍 #Connecting #Buffet #Tasty

We didn’t just “sprinkle kindness” on #PinkShirtDay 👚💕 last week with our #AdminTeam - it spread throughout our agency! Here’s pictures from #ActionsDayProgram and #SeafieldOutreach, who were right into it as well!!! #PSD2026

Will there be any consideration towards being able to pre-schedule posts in the future? That’s an update that would be useful to us as an organization! ☺️👍

CM, KP, and DB had an exciting day while onboarding at PacificSport Feb 12th. They had fun trying situational exercises when learning the new role of Sport Leader for after-school programs. Big thanks to Michel, Liam, and Hywel for creating such a wonderfully welcoming and inclusive environment! ☺️👍

Spread the Word Day (Mar 4) is dedicated to ending the use of hurtful language and promoting respect and inclusion.

Thank you to BC People First and People First of Canada for your leadership on this campaign and ongoing advocacy to promote dignity, rights and respect. 🩵

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BS from #PortsmouthRoadHome has been keeping super-busy with hockey games 🏒 and winter walks 🥾, plus helping to set up the new freezer 🧊 and build a shoe rack 👟 at home! 🤩👍 #RealLife #GoodTimes #HavingFun

Join us for a movie night filled with a great film, cozy vibes, and the perfect chance to relax, laugh, and unwind. Snacks ready, seats waiting…all you have to do is show up and enjoy the show! 🎥🍿

$5 at the door gets you a snack and a drink - hope to see you there! 🤩🎉 #SocialNight #Connecting

Here’s a sneak preview of NACL’s #SocialNight schedule for March - come join us on Thursday nights this month for a ton of fun! 🤩🎉 #SocialNights #Connecting #MakingMemories #CommunityInclusion

The February 2026 edition of NACL’s newsletter, #WhatsHappening, is now published for your reading pleasure! Catch up on all things NACL from this quarter by going to nanaimoacl.com/resources - it’s near the top under Newsletters! Feedback is always welcome… 🥰👍 #HappyReading #Newsletter #CatchingUp

Sorry for the late post again today, everyone - better late than never! RT from #TurnerConnectionHome had a special birthday celebration - friends past and present were there to help her celebrate! 🎂🎉🥰🥰🥰 #ManyHappyReturns #Birthday #BirthdayParty

KP kicked off his first day at PacificSport Vancouver Island as a Sport Leader along with his new teammates Max (left) and Robyn (right) in the WheelKids program. We couldn’t be excited for him to learn and grow in this exciting role. Way to go, KP! #NewJob #InclusiveEmployment #Teamwork

In supported employment, on-the-job support (OJS) means walking alongside someone as they learn their new role, build confidence, and get to know their coworkers. Today we’re celebrating a big milestone - KP’s first day on the job! 🤩🎉 (Continued in comments below…)

It’s cool to be kind! Have you got your pink shirts on today for #PinkShirtDay? NACL’s #AdminTeam sure does! Let’s see everyone “sprinkle kindness” (this year’s official theme) not just today, but EVERY day! 👚💕 #PinkShirts #PinkShirtDay2026 #BeABuddyNotABully

🚨POSTINGS ALERT🚨 Want to work with kids? We need four permanent part-time Child and Youth Care Workers - two each for two of our youth homes! Note the two different closing dates - and check out more details and apply now at nanaimoacl.com/careers! 😍👍 #NACLCareers #WorkWithUs #JoinOurTeam

🚨POSTINGS ALERT🚨 Check this out - we’re seeking two permanent part-time CSWs for one of our staffed homes! For all the details and/or to apply, it’s all at nanaimoacl.com/careers! 😍👍 #NACLCareers #WorkWithUs #JoinOurTeam

Ready to grab the mic and own the evening? Whether you’re a shower singer or a stage superstar, this is your moment to shine. 🎤🎶 Come alone or bring a friend, pick your favorite songs, and come down to have some fun!
All voices welcome!
$5 at the door includes a snack and drink… 🤩🎉 #Karaoke

JK from NACL #HomeShare has a lot to celebrate 🎉 - not only does he have a new paper route 🗞️, but he also had his 48th birthday 🎂 recently! 🤩👍 #WTG #ManyHappyReturns #Milestones #SmashingGoals

Sorry for the late post today, folks! LM from #KennedyHome had a great time at the Valentine’s dance at Beban Park the weekend before last! 🪩🎶💕💕💕 #DanceParty #LetsBoogie #LoveIsInTheAir

What a cool opportunity THIS is! Check out the poster recruiting single 18-30YO women loving on/near Vancouver Island to be on Netflix’s “Love on the Spectrum!” Contact them directly at the e-mail shown for more details and/or to apply! 🥰🥰🥰 #CastingCall #LoveOnTheSpectrum #Dating

We love a good jam session at #ActionsDayProgram - here’s some captures of a recent fun one! Have an awesome weekend coming up, everybody!!! 🎸🎶🎉🎉🎉 #Music #Guitars #PumpUpTheJam

What is #JobPreparation/#JobSearch? It personalizes the employment relationship to meet job seeker and employer needs. DB combined her life skills, volunteer work, and interests, then creating her resume for a job match. Next step? Interview! 🤩❤️ #InclusiveEmployment

Duncan Music 🎸🎶 is always a fun vibe - here’s some pix of WK from #PortsmouthRoadHome enjoying the tunes! 🥰👍 #Music #RoadTrip #GoodTimes

Ready for a little friendly competition and some good company while it’s happening? This Thursday’s #SocialNight is #BoardGames 🎲♟️ - so come join us and let’s play! $5 at the door gets you a drink and a snack, along with a couple hours of fun. See you there! 🤩🎉 #GameNight #Games #Networking

🚨POSTINGS ALERT🚨 We’ve got something for you too, Child and Youth Care Workers! We need two permanent part-time CYWs for one of our staffed homes! For all the details and/or to apply, don’t delay - check out nanaimoacl.com/careers! 😍👍 #NACLCareers #WorkWithUs #JoinOurTeam

🚨POSTINGS ALERT🚨 Opportunities abound for CSW positions, folks! We’re seeking two permanent part-time CSWs and one permanent full-time CSW for a couple of our staffed homes! For all the details and/or to apply, check out nanaimoacl.com/careers! 😍👍 #NACLCareers #WorkWithUs #JoinOurTeam

🚨FOUR SPOTS LEFT!🚨 Join our 6-week accessible program starting March 9, 2026 Mondays from 4:30–6:00PM at #6-77 Victoria Cresent, designed for people with diversabilities to learn about healthy relationships, internet safety, sexual health, & more. Contact Ellie Kopacek-Smith for info/to register. ☺️