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VIMHS is hiring a program manager for Campbell River
The Campbell River (CR) Program Manager works in partnership with the CR Operations Manager to oversee and administer VIMHS services in Campbell River. The CR Program Manager is responsible for the overall program operations, focusing on client service delivery and...
Mental Illness Awareness Week is October 3 to 9, 2021
The Canadian Alliance on Mental Illness and Mental Health is proud to launch the 2021 Mental Illness Awareness Week on October 3, 2021. This annual national public education campaign is designed to help open the eyes of Canadians to the reality of mental illness. The...
Downtown audio journey shines light on Campbell River’s toxic drug crisis
Locals will soon have the chance to listen in on the ongoing toxic drug poisoning crisis, hearing stories recorded from those who have experienced it first hand. The Walk With Me team is making its way north to Campbell River, launching a handful of community walks...
Growing concerns about seniors in Campbell River losing homes, fearing the loss of homes
The John Howard Society of North Island offers a range of programs and services including homeless outreach and prevention, a program that connects people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness with housing and community-based support services. Almost 50 per cent...
Aboriginal Youth Navigators work to help youth aging out of Ministry care
Youth homelessness refers to young people between the ages of 13 and 24 who are living independently of parents and/or caregivers, and importantly, lack many of the social supports deemed necessary for the transition from childhood to adulthood. In such circumstances,...