Nanaimo, Oceanside, Alberni-Clayoquot

Nanaimo, Oceanside, Alberni-Clayoquot

The diverse coastal communities of middle Vancouver Island face many health challenges. The city of Nanaimo in particular, continues to grow as a health services hub.

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Starting conversations that save lives: expanding Caring Conversations Cards for the community

As communities across the region prepare to mark the 25th anniversary of International Overdose Awareness Day on August 31, Island Health is launching a community version of its Caring Conversations Cards, a resource designed to help people talk openly about substance use, reduce stigma and build understanding.

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New locations for public health services in Tofino and Ucluelet

Public health services in Tofino and Ucluelet are now in new locations.

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Island Health programs serve up hope for MHSU clients through culinary training

Island Health's Souper Meals in Victoria and Peppermill in the Comox Valley are serving up more than frozen meals. They're teaching culinary skills to people with mental health and substance use challenges while providing meals to others facing similar circumstances.

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Locations in this Community

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Westcoast Mental Health & Substance Use

Contact Us

2094 Peninsula Road
PO Box 277
Ucluelet, B.C.
V0R 3A0

250-726-1282

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YOUTH CLINIC - John Barsby Secondary School Youth Wellness Clinic

550 - Seventh Street
Nanaimo, B.C.
V9R 3Z2

250-753-8211

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YOUTH CLINIC - Margaret Moss Health Unit Youth Clinic

675 Canada Ave
Duncan, B.C. 
V9L 1T9
 

250-709-3050

Services offered in this Community