Get sweaty

From paddleboards to powerlifting, Nanaimo runs a wide field and shows up ready.

The Western Canadian Powerlifting Championships filled the Vancouver Island Conference Centre in October 2025. Over 450 athletes arrived from seven provinces and territories.

Click to view Nanaimo’s Sport Planners’ Toolkit.

For assistance with sport and event planning, including bid development, venue and hotel selection, familiarization trips, and liaising with local, provincial, or national sports organizations, please contact sydney@tourismnanaimo.com