About Us

The Nanaimo Association for Community Living (NACL) is committed to creating a community where people with diverse abilities are supported to thrive. Through person-centered services and meaningful opportunities, NACL supports individuals to have choice, build independence, and live lives shaped by their own goals, interests, and aspirations.

Empress Acres is an extension of this vision—a space designed to provide opportunities for individuals to participate, contribute, and develop skills in ways that are meaningful to them. Through food production, community events, and shared experiences, the property supports autonomy, inclusion, and a strong sense of belonging.

Empress Acres reflects NACL's commitment to creating inclusive spaces where people can pursue their interests, make choices, and be recognized as valued members of their community.

Empress Acres Farm

2974 Haslam Road, Nanaimo, BC V9X 1T1, Canada

Where We Are

Finding The Farm

Conveniently located minutes off Highway #1 on Vancouver Island. This quiet, 69-acre farm is six-minutes to the Nanaimo Airport, 13 minutes to the Duke Point Ferry, 19 min. to Departure/Horseshoe Bay ferries, and 16 min. drive to Harbour Air (water airport travelling from Nanaimo to Vancouver, Victoria, and seven other destinations).

Coming from the south, Empress Acres is only five minutes off the #1 highway after the Nanaimo Airport, on the Haslam Road exit. The length of the property runs east to west. Beautiful scenic mountain views are to the south and southwest.

Stay Social

Follow The Farm

Follow Empress Acres on Facebook and Instagram for our latest offerings and happenings around the farm.

Get In Touch

Address

2974 Haslam Road, Nanaimo,
Vancouver Island, BC, Canada

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