Maps, Data and GIS

The Regional District of Nanaimo GIS Mapping Department provides GIS services to RDN staff and citizens in the most efficient and effective method possible, leveraging new technologies to dynamically create maps providing value-added service. The staff in this department is responsible for maintaining and updating RDNMAP, a geographical information mapping system that contains information on all of the properties within the Regional District. Staff also combine regional GIS data with other information to develop a variety of map products for RDN departments.

RDNMAP

RDNMAP offers an intuitive interface with access to detailed property information such as:

Addresses, Active Permits, Current Zoning, Utilities

RDNMAP is designed to work on all popular platforms including mobile devices. 

Open RDNMAP

RDN Parks and Trails PDF Maps

Other Interactive Webmaps

Topographic map of a coastal region with various coloured zones and boundaries.

Assessment Information

This tool is intended to provide an overview of 2025 Assessment Values within the RDN. Reported values are divided into a number of ranges from $0 to $1 million and higher, or non-tax parcels.
Map of northern Canada highlighting various regions and boundaries.

Find My Zoning

This web application provides zoning, ALR, and OCP land use information for properties within the RDN. Users can search for information by address, PID, or road, or click on a property for land use information. For property inquiries within the municipal boundaries of Nanaimo, Lantzville, Parksville, and Qualiucm Beach, please contact the municipalities directly.
Topographic map featuring mountainous terrain, water bodies, and marked hiking trails.

Parks and Trails Mapping

Search for and identify parks and recreation trails throughout the RDN with this mobile friendly interactive webmap. Note that this map requires an internet connection and may use data when viewed on a mobile device. If hiking without internet or cellular data, refer to the georeferenced PDF maps below.
Map of northern Canada showing regions in various colours and outlined boundaries.

RDN Fire Protection and Open Burning Regulations

The Regional District of Nanaimo Fire Protection and Open Burning Regulations tool enables users to search by civic address to find out if/which Fire Department provides fire protection and emergency response services. The application also provides useful links to burning bylaws, venting Index information and Fire Departments.
Map showing geographical boundaries and features of a coastal area.

Utilities Property Info Search Tool

This tool provides water, sewer and streetlighting information for properties within the RDN, including active water and sewer connections. Search by address, PID or road, or click on a property for utility information.

For property inquiries within the municipal boundaries of Nanaimo, Lantzville, Parksville and Qualicum Beach, please contact the municipalities directly.
Map of Vancouver Island with outlined parks and natural areas, grey water and light features.

Where Do I Live in the RDN

Input your property address to find out if it is located within an electoral area or municipality within the RDN. This information will help you understand who your elected official or officials are on the RDN Board and what services are provided to your area.

Our GIS data and map products are developed and maintained using ESRI software.