Employment
Employment Standards Branch
Human Rights Issues & Complaints
Employers are required to provide a workplace free from sexual harassment, and from discrimination because of race, religion, gender, colour, ancestry, place of origin, marital and family status, physical and mental disabilities, political belief, or a criminal conviction if unrelated to work responsibilities.more info
Mental Health and Substance Use
Division of Family Practice Resource List for Addiction/Mental Health Partners.more info
Ministry of Social Development and Social Innovation
The Ministry of Social Development and Social Innovation focuses on providing British Columbians in need with a system of supports to help them achieve their social and economic potential.more info
Nanaimo Citizen Advocacy Association
NAVIGATING Child and Youth Mental Health and Substance Use Services
This document was produced by professionals and families in Nanaimo related to child and youth mental health and substance use services. The goal is to enhance navigation of the mental health and substance use system for families. See the attached document "Pathways to Wellness" to see how you can navigate the system.more info
Pacific Coast Health Services
Pacific Coast Health Services Nanaimo, is a fully Canadian company that has been providing Home Support and nursing services in the Victoria and surrounding area for the past 25 years and have recently expanded services to the Nanaimo area. PCHS provides Personal Care, Home Making, Foot Care, Caregiver Relief, and Nursing Services to a variety of clients, including seniors, third party funders and private pay clients.more info
Poverty Intervention Tool - assists in assessing a person's state of financial health and resources to assist if necess
This poverty tool assists in assessing a person's state of financial health and resources to assist if necessary.more info
Service Canada
Vancouver Island Vocational and Rehabilitation Services (VIVRS)
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
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