Mid-Island Intergroup Society

Serving the mid-Island region of Vancouver Island, including Nanaimo, Ladysmith, Parksville, Tofino, Ucluelet and the surrounding areas. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety.

321 Wallace St. Unit 206B, Nanaimo, BC V9S 5B6

To access central office: Parking is behind the building, direction below to 321 Robson take you to the entrance

Mid-Island Service Centre

Check here regularly for everything AA service related. 

The Power of Community in Recovery

Through our Cooperation with Professional Communities (CPC) Committee, we work with professionals to help create safe, understanding spaces for those reaching out for help with alcohol.  This video reflects the power of collaboration in supporting recovery:

 

Disctict 7 Commitees

Check out the Committee Pages for information on what each Committee is responsible for and volunteer opportunities.

Bridging the Gap

Cooperation for Professional Communities/Public Information

Corrections

Detox

Remote Communities

Treatment & Accessibilities

Upccoming Workshops and Area Assemblies

Upcoming Area 79 Assemblies and Conferences

July 2026 Assembly – Click Here for details

 

Upcoming Events & Announcements

If you have an event and would like to share it let us know by email Nanaimoaa@shaw.ca or by completing the event form.

Also check out our list of events for more information.

Living Free AA Rally

  • Dates: June 19-20-21
  • Registration: $25 (Registration & Dinner: $65)
  • Breakfasts: Lunch: $10 Each
  • On-site Camping: $10 Weekend “first come first served”
  • Saturday Baseball Game!
  • Online Tickets Go On Sale January 1, 2026
  • with Al-Anon Participation

It's Here!! D6/7 Monthly Newsletter

Pass it on Current

Mid-Island Intergroup has put together a Newsletter Committee to resurect the Pass it  On monthly newsletter.
It will be full of local recovery information like birthdays, stories and events.  Please submit your content requests and upcoming birthdays below.

Ask Me About Service!

Are you interested in giving back to the recovery community but not sure where to start?  Click below and we will help!

Help carry the message by printing and placing some posters in the comunity (with permission).  Churches, schools,  medical facilities are great locations.

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Area 79 Delegate Report

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Did you know the 5th Edition of The Big Book is coming soon?

Join us for a special guest speaker at the We Do Recover Meeting on June 25th to learn more.

2026 Soberider Pig Roast

Acceptance is the Key
2026 Kamloops Annual Rally

2026 Kamloops Poster

May 15 – 17 2026

 

Important Announcements!

Did you know Intergroup accepts personal contributions? We accept e-transfers (nanaimoaa.treasurer@shaw.ca), credit card, cash and cheques. Call the office if you have any questions: 250-753-7513  (please include your group’s name with either e-transfers or cheques)

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Intergroup Service Positions Needed!

The Annual General Meeting is June 10 with elections for all Operating Committee Positions!

Intergroup meets the second Tuesday of each month both in-person and online at 6:15 at Coastal Support Services

A new Intergroup Rep Hangout will be at 6pm using the same info below.

Zoom link

Password: Intergroup

District 7 Service positions Needed!

District 7 is looking for A.A members to fill service positions. Multiple positions available.

Hybrid District Meeting 3rd Monday of each month
First Baptist Church, 1650 Waddington Road, Nanaimo
Zoom ID: 879 659 8601
Password: 20212021

District 6
Information

District 6 is back up and running with a full service committee! 

For more information such as 7th tradition and meeting locations, click the link below. 

Montly District Meeting: 3rd Sunday of every month.  Next Meeting Dec 21st, 1-3pm

Echo Fieldhouse- 4200 Wood Ave, Port Alberni ZOOM ID: 853 7349 8475 PW: rule62

 

Resources

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Problems with Drinking?

A.A. has been helping alcoholics recover for more than 80 years. A.A.'s program of recovery is built on the simple foundation of one alcoholic sharing with another. If your drinking is out of control, A.A. can help.

Looking for a Meeting?

Mid-Island Intergroup manages and updates local meeting information for Nanaimo and the surrounding areas.

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Need Support?

Connect with Mid-Island Intergroup for referrals and community support. These can include help with attending a meeting for the first time, rides, 12 step calls and general information.

I am responsible...

When anyone, anywhere, reaches out for help, I want the hand of A.A always to be there. And for that: I AM RESPONSIBLE