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VALUE WISE OPTICAL AND COTACT LENS CENTRE. 2000 DESIGNER FRAMES (Incl. Large Child Selection). Quality Glasses For Every Budgest. "Always The Best Quality At The Prices." Licensed Optician. Specializing In Contact Lenses. Full Repair Service and Lab On Premises.; 2000 designer frames, professional frame soldering, quality glasses for every budget, licensed optician, specializing in contact lenses, full repair service and lab on premises, government programs welcomemore info

Provides non-judgmental emotional support, crisis and suicide intervention services. Calls are kept confidential and anonymous.more info

Dr. Wolanski's staff have been selected for their friendly attitudes and skillful knowledge. They have been with Dr. Wolanski in Nanaimo for up to 15 years and reflect pride in their workmore info

Library cards are free if you live or pay property taxes in the V.I. Regional Library service area. Bring ID showing place of residence. See "Description" for other Nanaimo location.more info

Vancouver Island Therapeutic Community (VITC) is strategically located in central Nanaimo on Vancouver Island and has access to numerous amenities. VITC recognizes that longer-term programming can produce enhanced recovery outcomes, so there is no time limit on the length of stay. When appropriate, residents are encouraged to stay in the program until they are ready for independent living. Residents of the Vancouver Island Therapeutic Community (VITC) are offered holistic and affordable housing.

We have partnered with many agencies to deliver a strong program of instruction, health, and safety. Double-occupancy rooms and home-cooked meals create a sense of belonging. We encourage individuality and support residents to be productive members of society. Special community events and celebrations also help develop a strong therapeutic alliance between residents, families, friends, and staff.more info

Hair done by student hairdressers with professional supervisor at low prices.more info

Non-students can get a community borrower's card by showing ID with a current address and paying $9 for 4 months or $25/yr.more info

Who Are We?
Vancouver Island Vocational and Rehabilitation Services (VIVRS) is a dynamic, growing company that has been providing individualized employment and life skills services to clients on Vancouver Island since 1992.

Our professional approach, creative and energetic staff, and dedication to exceptional service have been recognized through ongoing contracts with Federal and Provincial Governments, Crown Corporations and private insurance companies.

VIVRS provides services throughout Vancouver Island with staff in Duncan, Ladysmith, Nanaimo, Parksville and Courtenay. Our staff offers all necessary academic qualifications, an extensive variety of work experience, and membership in professional associations such as the Vocational Rehabilitation Association of Canada, the BC College of Social Workers, and the Canadian Career Development Association.

Our knowledge of the communities in which we work and our solid relationships with employers and community service providers give our clients a head start in their efforts to contribute to society and enhance their sense of self worth. more info

To provide exemplary, client-centred services and benefits that respond to the needs of veterans, our other clients and their families, in recognition of their services to Canada; and to keep the memory of their achievements and sacrifices alive for all Canadians.more info