Island Health and the Capital Regional Hospital District (CRHD) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) establishing a collaborative planning framework to evaluate the potential redevelopment of the former Oak Bay Lodge site in Oak Bay.
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.
Construction is underway to expand parking for visitors, staff and volunteers. Work will occur in three phases to add approximately 100 more parking stalls to the hospital. The project is expected to be complete this fall.
Island Health will receive $1.3 million over three years to help seniors and Elders on North Vancouver Island stay safely in their homes and communities.
Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a heat warning for East and Inland Vancouver Island that will experience warmer temperatures through Wednesday.
The summer festival season is here and while outdoor events are a great way to connect and celebrate, they can also come with preventable health risks.