Skip to main content
Toggle the search form
Search
Search
Menu
Menu
Main navigation
News, Notices and Events
News and Notices
News Releases
Public Notices
Service Notices
Monthly Updates
Events Calendar
Special Event Permits
Communities
Electoral Area A
Electoral Area B
Electoral Area C
Electoral Area E
Electoral Area F
Electoral Area G
Electoral Area H
City of Nanaimo
City of Parksville
District of Lantzville
Town of Qualicum Beach
Water, Waste and Environment
Utility Payment and Accounts
Payment Information, Electronic Billing and Forms
Utility Rates
Payment Questions
Waste and Recycling
Composting
Curbside Collection Program Overview
Curbside Collection Online Portal
Sorting Your Waste
Wildlife and Waste
Waste Disposal Facilities
Banned Items
Waste Facility Licensing
Solid Waste Facility Tours
Hours and Tipping Fees
Waste Facility Locations
Environmental Monitoring
Greenhouse Gas Management
Controlled and Hazardous Waste
Household Hazardous Waste Program
Household Hazardous Waste Accepted and Prohibited Items
Hazardous Waste Questions
Construction and Demolition Waste
Asbestos Disposal
Commercial Hauling of Household Hazardous Waste
Solid Waste Management Plan
Illegal Dumping Prevention and Enforcement
Plan a Community Clean-up
Waste Hauler Licensing
Waste Reduction
Zero Waste Education Project
Zero Waste Recycling Funding
Recycle Right At Home
What Goes Where
Water Utility Services
Water Service Areas
Nanoose Bay Peninsula Water Service Area
Melrose Terrace Water Service Area
French Creek Water Service Area
Surfside Water Service Area
Westurne Heights Water Service Area
San Pareil Water Service Area
San Pareil Water System Improvements
River's Edge Water Service Area
Decourcey Water Service Area
Whiskey Creek Water Service Area
Descanso Bay Regional Park Water System
Rollo McClay Community Park Water System
Englishman River Water Service
Connect to RDN Water
Water Quality Tests
High Water Bills
Cross Connection Control Program
Water Development Cost Charges (DCCs)
Drinking Water and Watershed Protection
Outdoor Water Restrictions
Water Restrictions Frequently Asked Questions
Team WaterSmart
Water Quality Testing
Outdoor Water Conservation
Surfside and Decourcey Watering Restrictions
Indoor Water Conservation
Irrigation Initiatives
Vulnerable Areas
Storm Drains
Streamside Landowners
WellSmart
Submitting Well Records to BC Wells Database
Our Watersheds
Watersheds and Aquifers 101
Water Protection Projects
Groundwater Monitoring
Riparian Spatial Analysis Map
Community Watershed Monitoring
RDN Rain Garden
Nanoose (Area E) Water Monitoring
Water Budget
Plans and Reports
Drinking Water and Watershed Protection Action Plan
Water Conservation Plan
Climate Smart Water Planning
Grants and Funding
Stewardship Seed Funding
Demonstration Sites and Interpretive Signage
Water Protection Resources
Aquifer Storage and Recovery
Water Map
Tool Lending Library
School Program
Educational Materials Lending Library
Water Protection Frequently Asked Questions
Energy and Sustainability
Home Energy Efficiency Rebates and Supports
Climate Action
Climate Change Plans and Data
Adaptation, Mitigation and Equity
Resilient Homes
Steps to Home Energy Efficiency
Heat Pumps
Industry Training Opportunities
Current Sustainability Programs
Home Energy Navigator Program
Community Education and Events
Acting for Climate Together
Climate Action Seed Funding
Air Quality Monitoring
Wastewater
Sewer Service Areas
Wastewater Treatment
How Treatment Works
Biosolids Management
Odour Communication Form
Odour Control
Inflow and Infiltration
Flush it Right
Wastewater Plans and Policies
Liquid Waste Management Plan
Environmental Management System
Environmental Policy
Wastewater Forms and Bylaws
Pollution Control Centres
Greater Nanaimo Pollution Control Centre
French Creek Pollution Control Centre
Nanoose Bay Pollution Control Centre
Septic Systems
Septic System Rebate
Septic System Rebate Pre-Approval Application
Septic System Rebate Claim Form
Septage Receiving and Pump and Haul
SepticSmart Educational Resources
Environmental Rebates
Sustainable Development Checklist
Community Wood Smoke Reduction Program
Fossil Fuel to Heat Pump Rebate
Graded Site-Cut Timber Rebate
Home Energy Assessment Rebate
Irrigation Upgrades and Soil Improvement Rebates
Rainwater Harvesting
Renewable Energy Systems
Residential Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Wellhead Upgrades
Well Water Testing Rebate
Transit System
handyDART Fares
Youth Passes Pop-Up Events
Youth Transit Passes
Transportation Links
Service Commitment
Schedules and Maps
Bus Advertising
Contact the Regional Transit Office
Emergency and Fire
Emergency Services
Emergency Alerts
Active Alerts
Register for Alert Notifications
Emergency Communications
Get Prepared
Register for Emergency Support Services
Create a Plan
Build a Kit
Know the Hazards
Earthquake
Flood
Tsunami
Disease Outbreak
Drought
Landslide
Power Outage
Extreme Weather
Wind and Storms
Air Quality
Cold and Winter
Heat
Wildfire
Technology and Industrial Accidents
At Work
At Home
Your Children
Your Pets
Reduce Home Hazards
Shelter-in-Place, Shelter-in-Community
At School
Your Farm
Your Car
People With Additional Needs
Your Neighbourhood (NEPP)
During an Emergency
Evacuations
Reception Centres
Group Lodging
Emergency Support Services
Emergency Operations Centre
Emergency Spaces, Centres and Shelters
After an Emergency
Re-entry
Recovery
Disaster Financial Assistance
Emergency Volunteers and Partners
Safety Partners
Emergency Amateur Radio Communication
Emergency Support Services Volunteers
Want to Volunteer?
Emergency Management
Emergency Program
Emergency Plan
Evacuation Plans
Community Wildfire Resiliency Plans
Hazard Risk and Vulnerability Analysis
Fire Services
Burning Regulations and Permits
Fire Departments
Superior Tanker Shuttle Accreditation
Nanoose Bay Fire Department
Nanoose Bay Fire Department Members
Nanoose Bay Fire Department Apparatus
Coombs-Hilliers Fire Department
Coombs-Hilliers Fire Department Members
Coombs-Hilliers Fire Department Apparatus
Fire Protection Areas
Firefighter Recruitment
FireSmart
911 and Next Generation 911 Services
Frequently Asked Questions - Fire Services
Fire Safety and Preparedness
Recreation and Parks
Parks
Find a Park or Trail
Regional Parks and Trails
Community Parks and Trails
Electoral Area A Community Parks
Electoral Area B Community Parks
Electoral Area C Community Parks
Electoral Area E Community Parks
Electoral Area F Community Parks
Electoral Area G Community Parks
Electoral Area H Community Parks
Know Before You Go
Park Information
Park Gate Hours
Dogs
Camping and Campfires
Wildlife Safety in Parks
Park Regulations and Policies
Participate
Book a Park
Access and Construction Permit Application
Filming Permit Application
Research Permit Application
Special Event or Program Permit Application
Camping
Camping at Descanso Bay
Descanso Bay Campground Rules
Camping at Horne Lake Regional Park
Horne Lake Regional Park General Information
Horne Lake Regional Park Campground Rules
Parks Plans and Strategies
2022 Parks and Trails Strategy
Community Parks and Trails Strategic Plan (CPTS)
Parks and Trails Classification System
Regional Park Management Plans
Beachcomber Regional Park Management Plan
Benson Creek Falls Regional Park - Management Plan
Coats Marsh Management Plan
Descanso Bay Regional Park Management Plan
Englishman River Management Plan
Horne Lake Management Plan
Little Qualicum River Estuary Park Management Plan
Little Qualicum River Regional Park Management Plan
Moorecroft Regional Park Management Plan
About Moorecoft Park
Mount Arrowsmith Massif Regional Park Management Plan
Mount Benson Regional Park Management Plan
Nanaimo River Management Plan
Active Transportation Network Plans
Electoral Area B Recreation and Parks Master Plan
Recreation
Oceanside Recreation
Programs and Registration
Recreation Schedules
Swim Schedule
Skate Schedule
Pickleball Schedule
Fitness Schedule
Admission Rates
Oceanside Recreation Grants
Oceanside Place Arena
Oceanside Place Arena Frequently Asked Questions
Ravensong Aquatic Centre
Become a Lifeguard
Ravensong Aquatic Centre Frequently Asked Questions
Performance Recognition Program
Area A Recreation
Area A Recreation Program Proposal
Facility, Field and Court Bookings
Cedar Heritage Centre
Oceanside Place Rentals
Ravensong Rentals
Little Qualicum Hall
Little Qualicum Hall Booking Inquiry Form
Costin Hall
Sports Fields Bookings
Courts
Field and Court Booking Form
Building, Planning and Bylaw
Building Inspection Services
Applying for a Building Permit
Building Permit Application Fees
A Building Permit is required when you...
The Building Permit Process
Booking Inspections
Building Permit Forms and Resources
BC Energy Step Code and Zero Carbon Code
Guidelines for Owner-Built Homes
Building Information Bulletins
Building Inspection Frequently Asked Questions
Permits and Building Activity Reports
Planning
Ask Planning
Frequently Asked Questions
Preliminary Planning Review Form
Planning Bylaws and Policies
Development Applications
Development Application Forms
Board of Variance
Current Development Applications
Public Hearings
Regional Growth Strategy
Regional Growth Strategy Implementation
Annual Report and Monitoring
Regional Context Statements
Regional Growth Strategy Amendments
Projects and Initiatives
Flood Management Program
Fairwinds Development
Consolidated Phased Development Agreement (PDA)
Integrated Stormwater Management Plan (ISMP)
Archived Phased Development Agreements (PDA)
Parksville Qualicum Beach Wildlife Management Area
Slope Hazard Study
Agricultural Planning
Agricultural Area Plan
Agricultural Area Plan Implementation
Housing, Food and Shelter
Shelters and Non-Profit Housing
Population Statistics
Housing Needs Reports
Housing Diversity
Tiny Homes
Secondary Suites
Manufactured Homes
Bylaw Services
Making a Complaint
Paying a Bylaw Notice
Animal Control and Dog Licenses
Bylaw Enforcement Policy
Bylaw Resources and Links
Bylaw Services Frequently Asked Questions
Government
Board
Board Committees
Board Appointments - RDN Advisory Committees
Agendas, Minutes and Webcasting
Rise and Report
Appearing as a Delegation
Appear as a Delegation Form
Board Policies
Economic Development
Long Term Plans
Bylaw Directory
Regulatory Bylaws
Administrative Bylaws
Services
Services by Others
Financial Reports
Maps, Data and GIS
GIS Open Data
Addressing
Elections and Elector Approval
2026 General Local Elections
2026 GLE - Election Notices
2026 GLE - Candidate Nomination Documents
2026 GLE - Nomination Documents
2026 GLE - Candidate Information
2026 GLE - Voting Day Registration
2026 GLE - Advance Voting Locations
2026 GLE - Mail Ballot Voting
2026 GLE - General Voting Day Locations
2026 GLE - Voter Eligibility
2026 GLE - Voter Information
2026 GLE - Voters Living on First Nations Reserve Land
2026 GLE - Links to Resources & FAQs
Carmichael Road Watermain Replacement Project Referendum
Carmichael Referendum - Current Notices
Carmichael Referendum - Links to Resources and FAQs
Carmichael Referendum - Scrutineer Information
Provincial Election 2026: Candidate Responses to Regional Priorities
Alternative Approval Process
Alternative Approval Process - Regional District of Nanaimo Lee Road Community Park Land Exchange Bylaw No. 1931, 2025
Alternative Approval Process - Little Qualicum River Regional Park Exchange Bylaw No. 1859, 2022
Alternative Approval Process - Nanoose Bay Peninsula Water Service Area Reservoir Improvement Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 1911, 2024
Alternative Approval Process - Gabriola Island Community Health and Wellbeing Contribution Service Establishment Bylaw No. 1892, 2023
Alternative Approval Process to Construct Dashwood Fire Hall
Alternative Approval Process - Long-Term Lease
Alternative Approval Process - Bylaw 803.07 and 1844
RDN Elections Archive
Nanaimo Regional Hospital District
Protocol Agreements
Reconciliation
Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy
Freedom of Information Request Form
Grants
Oceanside Community Safety Grants
Recreation Grants
Community Grants
Irrigation Grants
Current Bid Opportunities
Employment Opportunities
Pay Transparency
Volunteer
Contacts and Facilities
Contacts
Facilities
Government
Board
Board Committees
Board Appointments - RDN Advisory Committees
Agendas, Minutes and Webcasting
Rise and Report
Appearing as a Delegation
Appear as a Delegation Form
Board Policies
Economic Development
Long Term Plans
Bylaw Directory
Regulatory Bylaws
Administrative Bylaws
Services
Services by Others
Financial Reports
Maps, Data and GIS
GIS Open Data
Addressing
Elections and Elector Approval
2026 General Local Elections
2026 GLE - Election Notices
2026 GLE - Candidate Nomination Documents
2026 GLE - Nomination Documents
2026 GLE - Candidate Information
2026 GLE - Voting Day Registration
2026 GLE - Advance Voting Locations
2026 GLE - Mail Ballot Voting
2026 GLE - General Voting Day Locations
2026 GLE - Voter Eligibility
2026 GLE - Voter Information
2026 GLE - Voters Living on First Nations Reserve Land
2026 GLE - Links to Resources & FAQs
Carmichael Road Watermain Replacement Project Referendum
Carmichael Referendum - Current Notices
Carmichael Referendum - Links to Resources and FAQs
Carmichael Referendum - Scrutineer Information
Provincial Election 2026: Candidate Responses to Regional Priorities
Alternative Approval Process
Alternative Approval Process - Regional District of Nanaimo Lee Road Community Park Land Exchange Bylaw No. 1931, 2025
Alternative Approval Process - Little Qualicum River Regional Park Exchange Bylaw No. 1859, 2022
Alternative Approval Process - Nanoose Bay Peninsula Water Service Area Reservoir Improvement Loan Authorization Bylaw No. 1911, 2024
Alternative Approval Process - Gabriola Island Community Health and Wellbeing Contribution Service Establishment Bylaw No. 1892, 2023
Alternative Approval Process to Construct Dashwood Fire Hall
Alternative Approval Process - Long-Term Lease
Alternative Approval Process - Bylaw 803.07 and 1844
RDN Elections Archive
Nanaimo Regional Hospital District
Protocol Agreements
Reconciliation
Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy
Freedom of Information Request Form
Grants
Oceanside Community Safety Grants
Recreation Grants
Community Grants
Irrigation Grants
Current Bid Opportunities
Employment Opportunities
Pay Transparency
Volunteer
Breadcrumb
Home
Government
Services
D69 Community Justice
D69 Community Justice
Print Page
Participating Communities
Electoral Area E
Electoral Area F
Electoral Area G
Electoral Area H
