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October 2025
COMMUNITY UPDATE
| | News and Information from the District of Lantzville | | Council has extended the date for paper distribution until January 2026. In the meantime, new subscribers can continue to sign up to receive this news update electronically at lantzville.ca. | Council Chambers Upcoming Dates | |
October 8 @ 600pm - Regular Council Meeting
October 15 @ 600pm - Special Council Meeting
October 22 @ 600pm - Regular Council Meeting
October 29 @ 600pm - Special Council Meeting
| Visit lantzville.ca and click on the meeting date on the calendar to access Council agendas, minutes, link to livestream, Zoom registration and video recordings. The start time of open meetings may vary if a closed portion is required at the beginning of the meeting. | | |
Monday to Friday (except holidays)
By phone or email: 800am-400pm
In-person payment & document drop off: 830am-400pm
P: 250.390.4006
E: district@lantzville.ca
After-hours Public Works emergency call: 1.888.826.8271
All other emergencies call: 911
The Municipal Hall will be CLOSED Monday, October 13 for Thanksgiving.
| | Curbside Collection Calendar | | |
The Regional District of Nanaimo manages the contract for garbage, recycling and food waste collection in the region.
For upgrades or questions regarding your Curbside Collection contact the Regional District of Nanaimo
P: 250.390.6501 or E: curbside@rdn.bc.ca
| | Official Community Plan (OCP) Residential Update | | |
The amending bylaw for the Official Community Plan (OCP) Residential Update is scheduled for first and second reading at the Oct. 8, 2025, Regular Council meeting. You can view more information about the project on our website here.
Please submit any feedback or questions to planning@lantzville.ca.
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Superior Road Regional Service Area
Public Information Sessions
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District staff and the property owners of 7704, 7780, and 7840 Superior Road (commonly known as the Gee property) will be hosting public engagement events to gather input on the proposed Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw Amendments.
Information sessions will be held at the following dates and times:
- Monday, October 20, 4-8pm in Council Chambers at the Municipal Hall
- Wednesday, October 22, 1230-430pm at Costin Hall
- Thursday, October 23, 9am-12pm.
For more information, visit the project website here.
| Protect Our Shoreline. You May Need a Permit! | |
A reminder that development within 15 metres inland of the natural boundary of the shoreline requires a Development Permit including:
- The construction or siting of any structure;
- Any erosion control features;
- Removal of native vegetation;
- The displacement or alteration of any natural features;
- Grading; and
- Shoreline protection devices
This Development Permit Area exists because any development has the potential to accelerate shoreline erosion, reduce stability, and degrade the aesthetic of the beach area. The marine riparian area is an ecologically important area that is sensitive to development.
Questions can be directed to: planning@lantzville.ca.
| How to Obtain Your Quarter Three Utility Bill Payment Due: November 7 | |
Quarter three utility bills are being generated this week. Unfortunately, due to recent Canada Post job action, we cannot put them in the mail at this time.
To obtain a copy of your bill, or balance owing, please take one of the following steps:
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Starting Tuesday, October 7, bills will be available for pickup at the Municipal Hall.
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To request your bill by email, please contact finance@lantzville.ca and include your full name and civic address. Those that are already registered to receive their bill by email, will get them by October 7.
All utility bills need to be paid by November 7 to avoid the standard 10% penalty.
For more information, contact finance@lantzville.ca or call 250.933.8086.
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District of Lantzville
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Lantzville Fire Rescue hosts their annual Fire Hall Open House, Sunday, October 5, 10am-3pm. 7580 Superior Rd.
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Free Clothing Swap, Sunday, October 19, 10am-12pm at Costin Hall hosted by the Seaside Community Society. Drop off donations Saturday October 18, 4-6pm.
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Trick or Treat at the Municipal Hall. Friday, October 31st until 4pm.
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Annual Community Fireworks presented by Lantzville Fire Rescue at Lavender Beach. October 31st. 8pm.
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City of Nanaimo
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Frank Crane Arena hosts a "Lions Free Skate" each Sunday from 12-130pm thanks to community sponsors.
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The annual Family Fishing Challenge is back from October 19-26. There will be a fish release on Friday, October 24, 12pm, at Colliery Dam Park. Send photos of your catch to parksandrecreation@nanaimo.ca for a draw to win some great prizes.
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Thanksgiving Swim on Monday, October 13, 12-5pm at Nanaimo Aquatic Center.
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Thanksgiving Skate on Monday, October 13, 1-3pm at Nanaimo Ice Centre.
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Halloween Howl Swim, Friday October 31, 9am-12pm at Beban Park Pool.
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Public drop-in schedules for swimming, skating, gym sports and pottery are now on their fall/winter schedules. See all the drop-in schedules here.
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Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN)
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Fall program registration is open. Register today for fitness classes, swim & skate lessons, after-school programs and more here.
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Celebrate the festive season with a Winter Wonderland on Ice private booking at Oceanside Place Arena. Bookings available from December 13 to 31. Call 250.248.3252 or email arenabooking@rdn.bc.ca to reserve.
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Older adults are invited to take part in the free activities offered during Active Aging Week, October 6 to 12. See all the events planned here.
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Stage 4 Watering Restrictions continue. Lawn watering, sprinklers, power washing and washing vehicles is not permitted. You may still hand water trees, shrubs, flowers and gardens between 7-10am or 7-10pm. See the watering restrictions chart here. Watering restriction charts are also available for pickup at the office.
The Campfire Ban was lifted on September 25, 2025. Category 2 Fires (Open Burning) are still prohibited on private and public property in the District of Lantzville until October 15, 2025. Click here for all the details!
| | Fire Hall Open House on October 5, 2025 | | |
Lantzville Fire Rescue will be holding its annual open house on Sunday, October 5 from 10am-3pm. Please stop by the Fire Hall at 7580 Superior Rd and meet our firefighters.
This is your chance to try out a fire hose and a fire extinguisher, as well as participate in other fun activities such as fire truck tours, and a fire truck bouncy house. There will be plenty of FireSmart & fire prevention resources available, prize draws, plus treats for everyone.
We hope to see you there!
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Did you know, there are several ways to keep up with news from the District of Lantzville?
- Monthly newsletter (this!)
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District of Lantzville Facebook Page. You can follow us here.
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Visit our website. The homepage is the best place to see what's new & find our current public notices.
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View agendas, minutes and videos of recent Council Meetings through our monthly calendar here.
| | Trick or Treating at the Municipal Hall | |
Visit us at the Municipal Hall on Friday, October 31st for trick or treating until 4pm.
We will have treats for all kids, kids at heart and doggies in costume!
| | Agenda Software Modernized to eScribe | | |
In September 2025, the District began using eScribe to produce its agenda packages for Council and Committee meetings. The intent is to modernize the user experience by seamlessly integrating links to reports and resources. On the back-end, it allows staff to collaborate more easily.
Meeting agendas, minutes, notices and videos can all be accessed through the calendar on our website. You may notice that there is now an archived calendar for events prior to August 2025 and a new eScribe calendar for all meetings since September.
Access the new eScribe meeting calendar here.
| | Lantzville Launches Active Transportation Plan | | |
The District of Lantville is developing a new Active Transportation Plan to improve walking and cycling connections between neighbourhoods, the village core, and Nanaimo. By encouraging human-powered travel, the plan promotes healthier lifestyles and boosts local businesses through increased foot and bike traffic.
Public engagement begins in October - stay tuned for ways to get involved and help shape the future of mobility in Lantzville.
Fall Go By Bike Week runs from September 27 to October 3. On Friday, October 3 from 230-430pm, our Active Transportation Plan team will be outside Costin Hall at the intersection of Lantzville Rd. and Tweedhope. Stop by to learn more about the planning process and provide your thoughts on active transportation in Lantzville.
For more information, visit the project website here.
| | Do you Want to Speak to the Mayor? | | Call 250.390.4006 to book an appointment or email mayor.swain@lantzville.ca | | | | |
