After years of careful consideration and lots of hard work by staff and volunteers, we have made the difficult decision to close our Westshore clinic location as of September 30, 2012. During our years of service on the Westshore our clinic and client demographics have shifted; an increasing number of existing Westshore clients are accessing services through our Fort Street…
This time of year, we get tons of calls from people re-locating to Victoria for school, work, or just a change of scenery. Regardless of what’s brought you to Victoria, many of you are looking for non-judgmental sexual health care like birth control, STI testing, genital exams, pregnancy testing and pro-choice options and of course, FREE condoms and lube. We’ve got…
Although Implanon insertion is not currently available in Canada, we are able to offer removal of Implanon for existing users by appointment only at our Fort Street clinic. Implanon removals are done using local anesthetic usually in a single appointment. If users are wanting to discuss other birth control options, another appointment may be required. When…
We’re thinking of carrying the FixSation Couple’s Vibe, but first we want to gauge interest? We’d love to hear about any raves or rants you have The FixSation Couple’s Vibe is the ONLY rechargeable, hands-free, non-invasive, clitoral stimulating device that is worn by the woman while making love. The Couple’s Vibe is secured by the backless, crotchless…
Once again, we are thrilled to be involved with the Pride Festival Activities in Victoria July 1-8th! Look for us in the parade and at the festival at MacDonald Park on Sunday the 8th of July. We’ll be handing out candy, condoms, and other goodies – stop by and see us! For more info on the amazing…
Our Fort Street location will be closed on July 2, 2012 for Canada Day. We’ll re-open with our regular hours on Tuesday July 3, 2012. Happy Canada Day.
Many thanks to Kyle Wells and The Goldstream Gazette for a great article on the success of our Belmont high school clinic. As the article outlines, our first year has been a great success and will close for the summer as of June 14th. Many thanks to Scott Rothermel, Belmont High School, School District 62,…
The International Day Against Homophobia, held on May 17 every year, is a rallying event offering an opportunity for people to get together and reach out to one another. Island Sexual Health recognizes the importance of such an event. Fondation Émergence promotes, mainly on a pan-Canadian level, the International Day Against Homophobia and encourages organisations…
We have just received our shipment of free Cervarix vaccines. We are participating in BC’s program that provides the Cervarix vaccine against HPV for females born 1991-1993 at no cost. Cervarix vaccine prevents nearly 100% of HPV infections dure to types 16 and 18 that cause 7/10 cases of cervical cancer. It does not provide any protection against the…
Our Camosun College location closes Thursday April 12, 2011 for the season. All of Camosun client files will be transferred to our Fort Street location and clients can access birth control and all other sexual health services there. Please call us if you have any questions 250-592-2479. Many thanks to Camosun’s Student Society and our amazing clients…
