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Rendering of the new BC Cancer centre at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital. The final design may change.
The new BC Cancer centre in Nanaimo is located on the traditional and unceded territory of the Snuneymuxw First Nation.
BC Cancer and the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA), in partnership with Island Health, are building this centre to improve access to cancer care for people in central and northern Vancouver Island.
Construction is underway, and the centre is expected to open in 2028.
The new BC Cancer centre in Nanaimo will:
- Provide about 11,000 radiation consultations and follow-up appointments each year
- Deliver about 20,000 treatments for up to 1,600 patients in its first year
Modern infrastructure to support your practice
- Varian linear accelerators
Deliver advanced radiation therapy using leading technology - On-site PET/CT imaging
Support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning
- 3D printing for radiation therapy
Create customized care solutions and support innovation
- Modern control rooms
Improve workflow, communication and team performance.
Designed for team-based care
- Two large multidisciplinary team rooms
Support collaboration across specialties
- Well-designed systemic therapy space
Improve patient monitoring, teamwork and safety
- Exam and consultation rooms
Support smooth patient flow through all stages of care
A workplace that values people
- Large staff room with natural light
A comfortable space for rest and connection - Gender-neutral staff facilities
Support inclusivity and belonging.
- Healing garden
- A calming outdoor space for patients, families and staff
- Dedicated Indigenous sacred space
Built for access and integration
- Direct link to Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH)
Connect easily with hospital services
- On-site parkade (3–4 levels)
Provide convenient access
- Drop-off and pick-up areas
Improve safety and convenience for patients
- Walkable location
Close to cafés, services and community spaces
Clinical trials
The Nanaimo centre will support clinical trials in collaboration with other regional sites.
Work at the Nanaimo BC Cancer centre and use leading technology and treatments, including:
Radiation therapy
- CT simulator
- Four linear accelerator (LINAC) treatment units
Outpatient care
- Ambulatory care unit with 12 exam and 4 consultation rooms
Technology
- PET/CT diagnostic scanner
Treatments
- Systemic therapy (16 treatment bays and 2 treatment rooms)
- Chemotherapy
- Immunotherapy
- Hormonal therapy
We will share mMore features, such as pharmacy services and a sacred space, as plans progress.
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