Liquid Waste Management Plan

The Liquid Waste Management Plan (LWMP) is the Regional District of Nanaimo’s long-range plan to manage wastewater in the region. The plan authorizes the RDN to find community-driven and cost-effective solutions to protect public health and the environment. The LWMP sets a target to achieve a standard level of wastewater treatment over a reasonable timeframe.  

The Minister of Environment originally approved the LWMP in 2014. In 2023, the RDN sent an amendment to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy for approval. The RDN revised the amendment in 2025 and is now waiting on approval of the amendment. For the most up to date information on the LWMP, please visit the LWMP Get Involved RDN page. 

The LWMP Monitoring Committee oversees and evaluates the implementation of the LWMP according to the Committee Terms of Reference. You can find available committee meeting documents on Agendas, Minutes and Videos.  

2014 LWMP Documents