The Vancouver Island Military Museum (VIMM) is one of the West Coast’s most significant military history institutions, and has been volunteer-run since its beginnings in 1986. For four decades, the museum has been dedicated to preserving Canadian (and specifically Vancouver Island, Nanaimo) military history through engaging exhibits, featuring artifacts and memorabilia from the War of 1812 right through to Canada’s involvement in Afghanistan. VIMM shares the human experience of war, inviting audiences to engage with Canadian military history in meaningful ways.
VIMM is a non-profit, charitable organization that brings Canadian military heritage to life for thousands of visitors each year. One of the museum’s core purposes is to provide learning opportunities for the public, which includes: educating the public through tours, demonstrations, engaging exhibits, and public programming for all ages. VIMM’s ability to run these programs relies on its dedicated volunteer base.
