Interior of the Nanaimo Community Church sanctuary, featuring a cross at the front, seating for worship, and a welcoming worship space.
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About us

Our church offers a warm family atmosphere based on the roots of the Christian faith through the Word of God. 

Worship services

Time: Sundays 10:00am to 11:15am

Location: 505-Eighth Street (the corner of Bruce and Eighth)

Sunday School Classes for Toddlers to Grade 7 during the worship service

Office reception area at Nanaimo Community Church, with a service desk, seating area, and a decorated Christmas tree.

Community Ministries

Our community programs support individuals and families through every stage of life. From practical assistance like food access, tax support, and emergency pet food, to family-centred programs, children’s activities, recovery and support groups, and Pathway of Hope services, we offer compassionate support rooted in care, connection, and dignity. 

Programs

Discover how we are transforming lives through our community programs.

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Events

Stay updated on our latest Nanaimo Community Church initiatives and upcoming happenings.

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Event Mar 02, 2026
Camp Sunrise Holiday Camp
Registration Information for Camp Sunrise will be available in March 2026!
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Event Dec 07, 2025 • Beban Park Auditorium
Nanaimo Concert Band Food Drive
A Winter’s Journey Christmas Concert – Sunday December 7, 2025 2:30pm Beban Park Auditorium – FREE ENTRY – food/$ accepted for Salvation Army Food Drive. Travel with us, as we musically trace Santa’s journey from the North Pole and the more serious journey of the Christ child at Bethlehem. You’ll hear all of your traditional Christmas favourites with some musical twists and turns as we toboggan down the slopes of our journey. Guest Soloist: Singer Amy Swanson.
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Event Dec 05, 2025 • Steve Marshall Ford
Give and Go
December 5 from 5pm to 7pm Drive Thru and Drop Off at Steve Marshall Ford
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Our Ministry in Numbers

Celebrating the impact we’ve made and the community we’re building together.

134

Countries where The Salvation Army serves

199

Children’s homes

1.129.175

People helped with emergency relief after a disaster in 2022

1.514.928

Patients at Salvation Army hospitals
and clinics in 2022
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The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army is a Christian organization that provides support to vulnerable people in 400 communities across Canada and in 134 countries. Learn more by visiting our sites salvationist.ca and salvationarmy.ca

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salvationist.ca Feb 02, 2026
A Cut Above
A selfless youth raises thousands of dollars for The Salvation Army’s work overseas.
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salvationist.ca Jan 30, 2026
Saved to Serve
Aux-Captain Matthew Pittman shares his journey from depression and addiction to Jesus.
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SalvationArmy.ca Jan 28, 2026
Clothe-a-Family Program Gives Access to Warmth this Winter
For parents who are forced to make tough choices, The Salvation Army is working hard to ensure these families can access essential cold-weather gear.
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