Welcome to the Central Vancouver Island Orchid Society. We are excited to share our passion for orchids with you.
We are a group of orchid enthusiasts from Nanaimo (British Columbia) and the surrounding area, who gather for monthly Sunday meetings from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion Mount Benson Branch:
1630 E Wellington Road, Nanaimo
Benefits of Joining the CVIOS:
Community Connection: Engage with fellow enthusiasts.
Educational Opportunities: Access workshops and expert advice.
Support and Resources: Get help from experienced members.
Showcase Your Orchids: Participate in exhibitions and competitions.
Networking: Build friendships within the orchid community.
MORE ABOUT THE CVIOS:
CVIOS is a non-profit club of orchid enthusiasts who meet once per month to learn and share all we can about orchids.
Members and guests are welcome at our monthly meetings that feature expert international and local speakers, opportunities for members to sell plants to one another, an orchid mix sales table, a raffle of plants, refreshments and a chance to meet fellow orchid growers.
The Society's membership grows a large number of orchid species and hybrids on windowsills, under lights, and in greenhouses.
Visit the events page to see meeting dates and featured speakers
About
Newsletter
To find out more about what the CVIOS has to offer, and to read about past events, shows, and meeting minutes, please visit our newsletter page.
There, you can find the most recent newsletter as well as archived newsletters from the past 3 years.
March 2026 Display Table
We invite you to visit the photo gallery featuring our members’ latest display table contributions.
The display table features blooming plants that are brought to monthly meetings by member for all to enjoy. Part of every meeting is dedicated to discussing the plant’s culture and describing how the grower has bloomed it successfully in their environment.
Upcoming events
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April 19, 2026
Monthly Meeting
11:00 - 2:30
Topic: TBA
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May 24, 2026
Monthly Meeting
11:00 - 2:30
Topic: TBA
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June 21, 2026
Last Meeting Before Summer Break
Annual General Meeting
Silent Auction - Details TBA
Special Feature:
In 2024, Bernie received a message from a visitor from France eager to explore the native orchids of Vancouver Island. Bernie shared some recommendations for locations on the island, along with valuable resources. Monique enjoyed a successful journey and has since written this article for the Bulletin of the French Society of Orchidophily of Lorraine-Alsace.
