The Regional District of Nanaimo is updating its Mount Benson Regional Park Management Plan to guide the future of this important regional park over the next ten years.
The updated Plan will review and build on goals and policies outlined in the 2010-2020 Plan, address emerging issues, investigate recreational and conservation opportunities and provide direction for two recently acquired parcels of land added to the east end of the park.
The engagement process invites input and ideas from interest holders and the community to build an understanding about the Park’s natural, cultural and recreational values and collect ideas for the park’s future.
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Your input will help shape an updated draft of the Management Plan. Be a part of planning for Mount Benson Regional Park!
The Regional District of Nanaimo is updating its Mount Benson Regional Park Management Plan to guide the future of this important regional park over the next ten years.
The updated Plan will review and build on goals and policies outlined in the 2010-2020 Plan, address emerging issues, investigate recreational and conservation opportunities and provide direction for two recently acquired parcels of land added to the east end of the park.
The engagement process invites input and ideas from interest holders and the community to build an understanding about the Park’s natural, cultural and recreational values and collect ideas for the park’s future.
How can I get involved and learn more?
Subscribe to this page to receive email notifications with news and updates
Ask us a Question about the project and we will post the response for others to read and learn from
Thank you to everyone who participated in the survey, community event, and interest group discussions. The feedback will be compiled, summarized, and presented in a "What We Heard" report and posted on this project page once complete.
The detailed findings from the technical analysis and engagement will be the foundation for the development of the updated management plan.
A paper copy of the survey will be available at the May 24, 2025 open house at the park or by request.
Page last updated: 05 Jan 2026, 04:17 PM
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Timeline
Technical Analysis and Field Assessment (Summer/Fall 2024)
Mount Benson Regional Park Management Plan Update has finished this stage
Explore current conditions through review of the current Management Plan, background review, and site visits.
Engagement Phase 1 (Spring 2025)
Mount Benson Regional Park Management Plan Update has finished this stage
Gather input and ideas from interest holders and the community to build an understanding about the Park’s natural, cultural, and recreational values and ideas for the park’s future.
Draft Plan Development
Mount Benson Regional Park Management Plan Update is currently at this stage
Develop updated goals, objectives, management zones, policies, and actions based on analysis and engagement input.
Engagement Phase 2
this is an upcoming stage for Mount Benson Regional Park Management Plan Update
Review and refine directions with interest groups and update community on refined plan.
Final Park Management Plan
this is an upcoming stage for Mount Benson Regional Park Management Plan Update
Finalize the updated Management Plan and present to Committee and Board.
