It can be challenging to stay healthy when facing life under the poverty line. Below are some resources to offer support in Nanaimo.
Helpful Links
Recreational
Canadian Tire Jumpstart Program Individual Grants: Financial assistance for families with children aged 4-18 to enroll in a sport or physical activity.
Kidsport Nanaimo: Provides grants to help cover the costs of sport registration fees for kids aged 18 and under.
City of Nanaimo LEAP Program: Supports families in financial need to access Parks, Recreation and Culture programs and services.
City of Nanaimo Active Pass Program: Free admissions to swimming, skating and drop-in gym for grade 5 and 6 students.
Athletics for Kids program: Pays basic registration fees for approved sports, up to an annual maximum of $450 per child aged 5 to 18.
Vibe Bikes Nanaimo: Provides free refurbished bikes for children in Nanaimo.
Jax Mac Foundation: Offers athletic grants and scholarships for youth aged 10-18.
NBIS Helmets for Kids Program: Offers free cycling helmets to children who need them. Call 250-753-5600 ext 4, or email education@nbis.ca.
BC Parks Social Services Camping Fee exemption: Available to people with disabilities who are receiving income assistance. If you qualify, you do not have to pay the base camping fee for any stay at a frontcountry campground.
BC Camp Fees Supplement: Offers 50% off camping fees for qualifying applicants.
Generation Health: Free program for children ages 8 to 12: Program for families with children aged 8 to 12-years-old who want to be on a healthy lifestyle path.
B.A.C.A Bikers Against Child Abuse: Can fund therapy or cover extra-curricular activity fees for children recovering from abuse. All cases must be documented with law enforcement prior to application for support.
Poverty Advocacy Nanaimo 