by Nanaimo North | Sep 8, 2026 | Past Events
Stock The Lockers | August 10 – September 10
Back to school shopping? Consider picking up some extra supplies for under-resourced students in the local community.
Stock The Lockers is a campaign with the Nanaimo Ladysmith Schools Foundation to raise money and school supplies to help support families and students heading back to school.
Visit the locker display in front of London Drugs to donate!
Stock the Lockers school supply wish list:
- Binders
- Duotangs
- Pencils
- Crayons
- Markers
- Pencil Crayons
- Rulers
- Glue Sticks
- Lined, graph, and plain white paper
- Pens
- Pencil cases
- Backpacks
by Nima Mehrabany | Aug 28, 2026 | Past Events
Rotary Club of Nanaimo Fall Used Book Sale | September 25th – October 4th
The biggest used book sale in Nanaimo is back! Browse over 100,000 used books for sale throughout the Centre!
Discover popular titles, children’s books, a broad assortment of non-fiction, pocket books, and timeless classics with books added daily.
Find great deals on books while supporting local initiatives, as all proceeds go towards Rotary initiatives – the perfect spot to build your book collection and add to your TBR pile. Whether you’re a seasoned bookworm or just looking for a cozy read to enjoy with a cup of tea, the Rotary Book Sale has a book for you!
Doors open at 8:00am on Friday, September 25th! The sale is open during regular Centre hours on all other days.
by Nima Mehrabany | Aug 4, 2026 | Past Events
Tasty Tuesdays | Tuesdays in August
Tasty Tuesdays are back at NNTC! From delicious deals at your favourite eateries to complimentary treats at PLAY, you won’t want to miss this. Follow Nanaimo North Town Centre on Facebook and Instagram for giveaways all month long.
2026 Line-up:
August 4th: Umai Sushi Giveaway (social media)
August 11th: Buy One Get One (BOGO) 50% off all tacos at Tacomania
August 18th: Complimentary popcorn from Cineplex Galaxy Cinemas at PLAY from 2pm-3:30pm*.
August 25th: Montana’s BBQ and Bar Giveaway (social media)
PLUS: Don’t miss PLAY happening all summer long in Centre Court featuring lounge spaces, oversized games, and mini golf!
*while supplies last.
by Nima Mehrabany | Jul 17, 2026 | Past Events
Introducing The Board Game Bar at PLAY.
Choose your favourite game from The Bar, post up at a picnic table or lounge space in Centre Court, and play.
The Board Game Bar runs from July 17th to 27th in Centre Court.
Enjoy beloved classics like Monopoly, Scrabble, Battleship, Sorry, Operation and more.
by Nima Mehrabany | Jul 16, 2026 | Past Events
Carthage Mediterranean Tunisian Food Truck has officially opened at Nanaimo North Town Centre and they’re hosting a GRAND OPENING celebration this weekend only!
From July 16th – 19th, every order earns one (1) entry into a draw to win a $50 Carthage Gift Card!
The more visits, the more chances to win!
Come say hello, grab a bite, and help welcome Carthage to NNTC!
Carthage serves delicious 100% halal Tunisian and Mediterranean cuisine. Whether you are stopping by for lunch, dinner, or a quick bite while shopping, you can enjoy favourites like shawarma, rice plates, burgers, loaded fries, and more.
Hours:
Wednesday to Sunday
11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Stop by and check out one of Nanaimo’s newest local food destinations in the playground loop at Nanaimo North Town Centre!
by Nima Mehrabany | Jun 24, 2026 | Past Events
From July 3 to July 25, Habitat for Humanity Mid-Vancouver Island will be hosting a special pop up shop experience in unit 214 at Nanaimo North Town Centre!
Guests can browse a selection of new clothing, furniture and household items available at exclusive, discount prices, while learning about Habitat’s work in the local community and the impact of the Habitat ReStore.
To celebrate the opening, Habitat will be hosting a BBQ outside RONA+ on July 3 and 4, offering a fun opportunity to meet the team and support a great cause. (more…)
