Rob Douglas addresses visible homelessness, mental health and the overdose crisis
The BC NDP candidate for the Cowichan Valley says it will take everyone coming together to find solutions.
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Nanaimo’s homelessness crisis is a mental health crisis, too
The homeless are not the problem, it’s the systems that serve them, say advocates as they push for better mental health supports for people in Nanaimo who are unhoused.
What’s on the table for transportation between Vancouver Island communities? Not a whole lot.
In the face of climate change and road congestion, mid-Island residents are left without a ‘cohesive plan.’
Lack of housing and homelessness a major concern in downtown Nanaimo
Here’s the backstory and what experts say is the way forward.
Inside newly reopened shelter, women get a space of their own
The women’s shelter, closed since March, now offers privacy and access around the clock.
Libraries in Cowichan expand services after pandemic shutdown
Vancouver Island libraries are finding new ways to reach community members, online and in person.
Proposed wellness centre prompts consideration to close Quamichan School campus
The school board is concerned that the wellness centre might draw more visible drug use to area.
Cowichan Elder reclaiming her education after day school trauma
As Orange Shirt Day approaches, Linda Jack wants people to think about the impact of Indian Day Schools along with that of residential schools
New community mental health teams ‘open more doors’ to housing for Vancouver Island residents in need
Three of the six new ‘ACT’ teams will be based on Vancouver Island
COVID-19 could spur resilience to climate change and other future threats: report
Disaster experts say this pandemic is an opportunity to build stronger communities and institutions.
