Forward Nanaimo’s values are inspired by the concept of Doughnut Economics — meeting the needs of all people within the means of a living planet. To learn more, visit our About Us page.
Build Our Local Economy with Care for the Environment
- Public investment that stimulates sustainable local businesses and keeps our money here in Nanaimo
- Support individuals, communities, and businesses to thrive within a Doughnut Economy
- Build infrastructure that connects people and places while reducing greenhouse gas emissions from vehicles
Planning, Zoning, and Permitting for Affordable, Convenient, and Resilient Communities
- Permit homes where daily necessities are within walking distance
- Encourage local businesses and amenities within residential neighbourhoods
- Make active and public transportation options safe, reliable, and accessible for people of all ages and abilities
- Require buildings and public green spaces are built to stand up to climate change and other disasters
- Increase tree canopy and permeable infrastructure to keep neighbourhoods cool and conserve water
Everyone Deserves to Feel Safe, Healthy, and Have Enough Food
- Prioritize development that enhances social equity, avoids disturbing natural spaces, and minimizes long-term infrastructure maintenance costs
- Make social support programs accessible everywhere, not just in certain neighbourhoods
- Support local food producers and distributers in “food deserts” (e.g. community supported agriculture)
- Seek innovative solutions to increase access to primary and urgent care, and mental health and addiction services
- Equitable access to public parks, community centres, and community gardens for all neighbourhoods
Government Accountability
- Increase public participation in budgeting
- Public accountability for outcomes
- Improve communication and cooperation with other levels of government and First Nations
- Support municipal autonomy to shape land use to protect the health of people and the environment
- Development application review capacity to ensure standards are met while reducing wait times
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