Mayne Island Collective
The Mayne Island Collective (MIC) is a collaboration of 14 community organizations on Mayne Island. The Collective works in close collaboration with the Southern Gulf Islands Neighbourhood House Society (SGINH) as part of a broader inter-island effort to strengthen community well-being across the Southern Gulf Islands.
This relationship reflects our shared commitment to reducing silos between islands, recognizing that while we all face similar challenges, each island experiences them differently. Working collaboratively with the Mayne Island Collective allows us to align initiatives, share learnings, and support community-driven solutions that reflect the unique needs and strengths of each island. This relationship allows the Collective to support vital programs and services for the Mayne Island community, while contributing to the larger goal of strengthening connections across all four Southern Gulf Islands — Mayne, Saturna, Galiano, and Pender.
Our Collaborative Approach
The Mayne Island Collective and the SGINH work together in a spirit of collaboration, not hierarchy. The goal is to support local initiatives while also building stronger inter-island networks around shared priorities such as food security, seniors’ programs, youth engagement, and community justice. By working together, we can pool resources, increase access to funding, and create new opportunities for collaboration across the region.
Member Organizations of the Mayne Island Collective
The Collective is made up of the following community organizations:
Mayne Island Community Centre — Calendar of programs, events, and courts schedule
Mayne Island Conservancy — Talks, nature outings, family programs, sales
Mayne Island Agricultural Society — Ag Hall, Farmers’ Market, and hall events
Mayne Island Lions Club — Year-round community events
The Mayneliner Magazine — Monthly event calendar (PDF/graphic format)
Gulf Island Events — “Mayne Events” (cultural events, subscribable calendar)
Mayne Island Community Library — Library programs and events
CRD / Mayne Island Parks & Recreation Commission (MIPRC) — Parks-led community activities, key dates & engagements
Mayne Island Chamber of Commerce — Round-up of annual community events and seasons
Looking Forward
The Mayne Island Collective is a vital example of how communities can come together to support shared priorities. As part of the Southern Gulf Islands Neighbourhood House, we are committed to strengthening this collaboration and expanding opportunities to work together in ways that benefit not only Mayne Island but all four islands in the Southern Gulf region.