A Place of Healing and Peace for All

Thank you for your ongoing generosity

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Unlocking What This Sacred Place Makes Possible

Something powerful is already happening at Bethlehem Centre on Westwood Lake. Each year, more than 3,000 people come here to reconnect—with themselves, with others, and with what matters most. Through programs rooted in spirituality, leadership, inclusion, and well-being, this place is quietly strengthening individuals, organizations, and communities.

And we are only just beginning.

Right now, our ability to grow this impact is limited—not by vision, but by ownership.

Securing the property is the turning point.

It unlocks the capacity to expand access, deepen programming, and invest with confidence in the future. It ensures this place can fully live into its purpose—as a lasting home for connection, healing, learning, and belonging.

Through a $4.2 million campaign, we are coming together to make that possible. With $1.6 million already committed, the momentum is real—and building.

This is not simply about acquiring land.
It is about activating what this place is meant to be.

A place where more people can gather and grow.
Where new partnerships and programs can take root.
Where the impact already happening here can reach further into the world.

We invite you to be part of this moment. 

Help Unlock the full potential of this place, and purpose it serves.

 

Ways to Give

Thank you for your ongoing support, every single donation makes a difference!

All gifts over $20 will receive a tax receipt (charitable #892912668RR0001)

Friend of the Centre (give monthly)

One of the most powerful ways you can contribute to the long-term sustainability of the Centre is by becoming a monthly or annual donor.

Help maintain the mission by giving $100 monthly or $1,200 annually.

The Caring Circle (give a major gift)

The Caring Circle includes our most dedicated supporters who contribute $5,000 or more to the Centre’s work. Donors at this level make a larger impact on the strategic areas of emphasis.

Gift of Security

A gift of publicly listed securities (including: stocks, bonds, bills, warrants and mutual funds) are a creative way to maximize the value of your philanthropy and your tax advantage.

Leave a Legacy (give in your will)

A beautiful way to leave a lasting contribution is a gift through your will.

Be a part of the Centre’s work providing a sacred space for generations to come with a bequest or other legacy gift.

Give by Mail or In Person

Make your cheque(s) payable to:

Bethlehem Centre Society
2371 Arbot Rd
Nanaimo, BC V9R 6S9

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