Nanaimo Association For Community Living

What Nanaimo Association For Community Living does

Nanaimo Association for Community Living (NACL) is a non-profit society incorporated under the British Columbia Societies Act on July 22, 1986, founded by parents of adult children with developmental disabilities. The organization serves people with developmental disabilities ages six and up through a portfolio of programs that includes 24/7 staffed residential homes, home share arrangements, outreach services, community inclusion programs, employment services, and a Snoezelen multisensory therapy room. NACL is headquartered at #201 - 96 Cavan Street, Nanaimo, BC.

NACL operates an expanding physical asset base to support its service delivery. This includes the Uplands Housing Development, a 28-unit townhouse complex completed in 2020 that provides supported independent living, and two farm properties acquired in recent years: Evanmorr Acres (52 acres, September 2023) and Empress Acres (69 acres, February 2026). These farms enable agricultural programming, vocational training, animal husbandry, food production, and agri-tourism activities for participants.

NACL's revenue model is anchored in government service contracts, primarily with Community Living BC (CLBC) and the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD), supplemented by donations, membership fees set at a nominal $1 minimum, and a planned giving endowment fund. The organization holds CARF International accreditation (with its 8th survey scheduled for June 15-17, 2026) and achieved a 98% score on its 2024 WorkSafeBC Certificate of Recognition audit. NACL's 2026-2031 Strategic Plan is in effect, and the organization will mark its 40th anniversary of service on July 22, 2026.

Name

Nanaimo Association For Community Living

Legal name

Nanaimo Association for Community Living

Website

https://nanaimoacl.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1986

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Nanaimo Association for Community Living is a non-profit society founded in 1986 in Nanaimo, BC, providing residential, vocational, employment, and community inclusion programs for people with developmental disabilities ages six and up, funded primarily through BC government contracts.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Social Services for People with Developmental Disabilities

NAICS

Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability Facilities (62321), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (62412), Other Residential Care Facilities (62399)

SIC

Services-Nursing & Personal Care Facilities (8050), Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Home Health Care Services (8082)

akta.pro primary industry

Specialized Assisted Living for Developmental/Intellectual Disabilities (Adult) (HLADABAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Housing Transition & Supported Living Navigation (EDAKANAK), Inclusive / Special-Needs Childcare Centers (EDACAAAH)

Keywords

• Developmental disability services
• Community living programs
• Residential support services
• Supported employment services
• Inclusive housing programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Nanaimo

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Planned Giving: The organization accepts donations through multiple channels including online (CanadaHelps), in-person, and by mail. A planned giving program through the NACL Endowment Fund allows donors to make lasting contributions that are invested and generate ongoing earnings to support programs. Methods include outright gifts, appreciated securities, bequests, and charitable remainder trusts.
2. Membership Fees: Annual membership campaign offering voting rights at AGM and special membership meetings, with a minimum $1 donation required. Members receive charitable donation receipts for contributions of $25 or more and are added to the mailing list for updates and events.
3. Government Funding: Core services are funded through government bodies including Community Living British Columbia (CLBC) and Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD), which govern and fund developmental disability services in BC.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

NACL provides residential, vocational, and community inclusion support services for people with developmental disabilities (ages 6 and up) in the Nanaimo region. Core offerings include 24/7 staffed homes, home share arrangements, outreach services, community inclusion programs, employment services, and a Snoezelen sensory therapy room. The organization also operates agricultural programs through two farms and a 28-unit townhouse housing development.

Product overview

Nanaimo Association for Community Living operates as a non-profit community services organization providing a portfolio of residential, vocational, and community support programs for people with developmental disabilities. The core service offerings include Staffed Homes (24/7 residential care), Home Share (community-based living), Outreach Services, Community Inclusion programs, Employment Services, and a Snoezelen Room (sensory therapy). The organization has expanded into agricultural programs through two farms—Evanmorr Acres Farm (52 acres, operational since 2024) and Empress Acres (69 acres, acquired 2026)—which provide housing, employment, and agri-tourism opportunities. Additionally, NACL operates housing developments including the Uplands Housing project with 28 townhouse units. The organization also engages the community through a Speakers Bureau and Planned Giving endowment program.

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Products and services

• Staffed Homes 24/7 residential support services providing round-the-clock care for individuals with developmental disabilities in staffed home settings.
• Home Share Community-based living arrangements connecting individuals with developmental disabilities to shared living situations.
• Outreach Services Support services provided in the community to help individuals with developmental disabilities live independently and participate in community activities.
• Community Inclusion Programs designed to ensure equal participation and inclusion of people with developmental disabilities in community life.
• Employment Services Vocational support services helping individuals with developmental disabilities find and maintain employment.
• Snoezelen Room A sensory therapy room providing multi-sensory environments for individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Evanmorr Acres Farm A 52-acre farm in South Wellington providing housing, employment, and educational/community inclusion opportunities.
• Empress Acres A 69-acre farm in Cassidy providing expanded housing, agri-tourism, animal husbandry, food distribution, and employment opportunities.
• Uplands Housing Development A housing development at 3425 Uplands Drive with 28 townhouse units, 12 designated for persons served by NACL and 16 for working people at 90% market rent.
• Planned Giving Program Endowment fund accepting donations including outright gifts, appreciated securities, bequests, and charitable remainder trusts to support NACL's mission.

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

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Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core, moderate and minor.

• Community Living British Columbia (CLBC)coreOthersPrimary government funder and governing body for developmental disability services in BC. CLBC works with NACL to ensure individuals with developmental disabilities receive appropriate supports and services.
• Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD)coreOthersBC government ministry providing funding and governance for child and family development services, working alongside NACL to support individuals with developmental disabilities.
• BC HousingcoreOthersProvincial housing agency that partnered with NACL on the Uplands Housing Development project at 3425 Uplands Drive.
• CARFcoreOthersCommission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities conducts regular accreditation surveys of NACL's programs and services.
• Inclusion BCmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvincial advocacy organization for inclusion and rights of people with developmental disabilities; NACL is affiliated member.
• Inclusion CanadamoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational advocacy organization for inclusion; NACL is affiliated member.
• Greater Nanaimo Chamber of CommerceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal business chamber organization; NACL is a member.
• Nanaimo FoundationmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerAdministers the NACL Endowment Fund, handling all administrative responsibilities and investment management for planned giving programs.
• BC Non-Profit Housing AssociationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProvincial organization supporting non-profit housing; NACL is a member.
• Volunteer NanaimominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal volunteer coordination organization; NACL is affiliated.
• Self-Advocates of NanaimomoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerSelf-advocacy organization for people with developmental disabilities in Nanaimo area; NACL partners with and supports.
• Canadian Association for Supported EmploymentmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational organization promoting supported employment; NACL provides employment services aligned with CASE standards.
• WorkSafeBCcoreOthersBC workplace safety agency that provides Certificate of Recognition (CoR) certification through BCMSA.
• Community Social Services Employers' Association of BCminorOthersBC employer association for community social services sector; NACL is a member.
• Community Social Services Health and Safety Association of BCminorOthersHealth and safety association for BC community social services sector.
• dys architectureminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerArchitecture firm that partnered on the Uplands Housing Development project.
• John Jessup and AssociatesminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerConsulting firm that partnered on the Uplands Housing Development project.
• Knappett Projects Inc.minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerConstruction/project management firm that partnered on the Uplands Housing Development project.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Vita Community Living Services: Toronto-area non-profit providing residential, employment, and community inclusion services for adults with intellectual disabilities. Comparable in service portfolio (homes, employment, community) and CARF-accredited operator model similar to NACL.
• posAbilities: BC-based non-profit providing residential, employment, and community inclusion services for people with developmental disabilities. Operates staffed homes and community programs in the Lower Mainland under similar CLBC funding, making it a directly comparable peer in mandate, service mix, and revenue model.
• Communitas Supportive Care Society: BC-based non-profit supporting children, youth, and adults with developmental disabilities and diverse abilities through residential, community living, and individualized support services. Comparable to NACL as a CLBC-funded multi-service provider in the same province.
• Reena: Ontario-based non-profit serving people with developmental disabilities through residential supports, day programs, employment services, and community participation. Comparable to NACL in scope of services, though operating under Ontario's developmental-services regime rather than BC's CLBC.
• Community Living Hamilton: Ontario non-profit supporting people with developmental disabilities through residential, employment, recreation, and family support services. Analogous to NACL's integrated multi-service model under a different provincial funder.
• L'Arche Canada: Federation of L'Arche homes in Canada offering residential and community programs where people with and without developmental disabilities share life together. Directly comparable to NACL's staffed homes and community inclusion focus, though with a distinctive co-habitation model.
• Pacific Coast Community Services: BC-based non-profit agency offering residential and community support services to people with developmental disabilities and other complex needs. Direct peer in geography and service type, though broader in mandate.
• Inclusion Langley Society: Community Living BC-affiliated non-profit providing residential, vocational, and community inclusion services for people with developmental disabilities in the Langley region. Operates staffed homes and supported employment programs analogous to NACL's core offerings.

Others

• BC Housing: Provincial housing agency that partnered with NACL on the Uplands Housing Development. Not a direct competitor but a critical enabling partner and ecosystem participant in NACL's housing program; included for relevance to the housing development model.

Regional players

• Community Living Campbell River: Vancouver Island-based CLBC-funded non-profit offering staffed homes, employment, and community inclusion services on the north Island. Directly comparable service mix to NACL but serves a different Island community without overlapping territory.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/nanaimoacl
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/nanaimo-association-for-community-living
• Instagraminstagram.com/nanaimoacl

Compliance2 records

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