Community Directory
Salt Spring Island Literacy Related Support Services
If you know of a local educational resource available on Salt Spring Island that you don’t see listed below, please contact our office at:
info@saltspringliteracy.org
250-537-9717
Service |
Description |
Where |
When |
Contact |
| Salt Spring Island Public Library | A excellent source of education for islanders of all ages, providing online resources as well as local programs. | 128 McPhillips Ave V8K 2T5 |
Monday-Friday 10AM-4PM Saturday 10AM-3PMClosed Sundays |
Visit Website info@saltspringlibrary.com |
| CRD PARC First Aid Courses |
PARC supplies courses for both adults and youths looking to learn about first aid.
All courses comply with Section 23 of the Child Care Licensing Regulation of community Care and Assisted Living Act. |
PARC Main Office 262 Rainbow Road V8K 2M3Course locations may vary. |
Please visit either the Adult or Youth programs page for details. If a course is not available, you can contact the PARC’s main office for upcoming availability.
If you are qualified to teach a first aid course, they are also happy to work with you to host one. |
Adult Programs
PARC Main Office Email |
| Comox Valley Lifelong Learning
Online Resources |
A selection of online resources covering a plethora of subjects for all ages from children to adults. | Resources all available online. | Site accessible at all times. | Visit The Online Resources Page |
| SD64 | School District 64 runs the education system here and among the other Gulf Islands.
Alongside providing education from K to Grade 12, they also provide an Adult Graduation program as well (see more info about this in our Adults section below). |
112 Rainbow Road V8K 2K3 |
School District offices are closed July and August
Open between September to June |
Visit The Website
250-537-5548 |
| Black Sheep Books | A new and used bookshop, has a great selection of different topics alongside some antique books as well | 115 Fulford-Ganges Road #3101 V8K 2T9 |
Monday-Sunday 10AM-4PM |
Visit The Website
info@blacksheepbooks.ca |
| Salt Spring Books | A bookshop filled with books and magazines for all ages, along with games and stationery. Available to order in books upon request as well. | 104 McPhillips Ave V8K 2T5 |
Monday-Saturday 10AM-4PM Closed SundaysHolidays 11AM-3PM |
Visit Website
View Inventory and Shop Online 250-537-2812 |
| Foodsafe | Foodsafe is a program made available to provide training for the food service industry.
As of 2021 and earlier, Sheri is one of the instructors that is based off of Salt Spring island. She advertises in the Salt Spring Exchange and runs courses 2-3 times a year. |
Classroom destinations vary.
Courses are available online as well. |
Course dates and times vary. Please see website for more information. |
Visit Website
foodsafe@foodsafe.ca Sheri – Foodsafe Instructor |
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Description |
Where |
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Links and Contact |
| Community Services
Family Place |
Free activities and services for parents and children (age 0-6) that focuses on education.
Run on a weekly sign-up basis. |
120 Park Drive V8K 2R7 |
Weekly, see website for specific activity and program dates and times. | Family Place Website
Program Coordinator Family Counsellor |
| Salt Spring Island Public Library
Early Years Literacy Programs |
Provides a wide selection of interactive activities for parents and young children to help build their early literacy skills. | 129 McPhillips Ave V8K 2T5 |
Library Open Monday-Friday 10am-4pm Saturday 10am-3pmSee website for specific program dates and times. |
Early Years Literacy Programs
Librarian |
| Raffi Foundation for Child Honoring | Provides resources and practices for parents about the universal needs of children in their formative early years. | Online Courses
P.O. Box 737 |
Online courses available, please see website for further details. | Raffi Foundation Website
250-931-3190 |
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Description |
Where |
When |
Links and Contact |
| The Circle (Formally SWOVA) |
The Circle offers a selection of programs working with youths from Elementary school into High school to be educated and work together in exploring information about equal rights and healthy relationships. | Contact The Circle for more information on program locations. | Click Here For Details About Provided Programs
Contact for more information on program dates and times. |
Contact By Email For More Information |
| Salt Spring Island Public Library
Teen Resources |
SSI Public Library has made youth programs and online resources available to allow teens to educate themselves and explore the world of literature. | 129 McPhillips Ave V8K 2T6 |
Library Open Monday-Friday 10AM-4PM Saturday 10AM-3PMSee website for program dates and times. |
Teen Programs and Resources
250-537-4666 info@saltspringlibrary.com |
| Salt Spring Island Public Library
Teen Blog |
A blog by teens for teens to keep up with local events, programs and volunteering. Enjoy different types of reviews, from books to music and more, and check out the library’s teen zine, The Bookworm, featuring visual art and written pieces by local Salt Spring youths. | Public Library 129 McPhillips Ave V8K 2T6 |
Library Open Monday-Saturday 10AM-3PM |
Visit The Salt Spring Library Teen Blog Here
250-537-4666 |
| Core Inn
After School Service |
For youth in grades 6-12.
Run on a drop-in basis, the Core Inn provides a safe, welcoming and supportive atmosphere. They host board and video games, computers and internet access, as well as TV. Affordable snacks and healthy food available. Other youth activities provided. |
134 McPhillips Ave V8K 2T5 |
Starting September 7th, 2021
Monday-Friday |
Instagram
Program Coordinator |
| Core Inn
Youth Counselling |
The Core Inn is also a base for local youth counselling and other services, available upon request. | 134 McPhillips Ave V8K 2T5Counselling takes place upstairs in the Core Inn building. |
Counselling and referrals to youth services available upon schedule appointment. Please contact the Core Inn for more details. |
Email the Core Inn
Program Coordinator |
Service |
Description |
Where |
When |
Links and Contact |
| Gulf Islands Secondary School
Adult Graduation Program |
For adults ages 18+, GISS offers courses to upgrade for college or university applications, or to complete the Adult Graduation Program. | 232 Rainbow Road V8K 2A9 |
Contact for more information about program dates and times. | SD64 Adult Learning Website
Brad Bunyan |
| Salt Spring Island Community Services | A charitable organization dedicated to strengthening and supporting individuals, families, and communities. Peer counselling, health education, and lots more available. | 268 Fulford-Ganges Road V8K 2K6 |
Monday-Friday 9AM-4PM |
Visit Website
250-537-9971 |
| SSI Society For Community Education |
A non-profit charitable society that offers and array of educational opportunities and experiences for the community. | P.O. Box 329 V8K 2V9 |
Twice a year, evening, daytime, and weekend courses are available in the Spring and Fall. Course catalogues are published in the Driftwood in early January and September. | SSI Society for Community Education Website
250-537-0037 info@ssicommunityed.com |
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| Salt Spring Island Community Services
Seniors’ Wellness |
A charitable organization dedicated to strengthening and supporting individuals, families and communities. Seniors’ Wellness includes multiple programs and support services for seniors. | 268 Fulford-Ganges Road V8K 2K6 |
Monday-Friday 10AM-2PMContact SSI Community Services for program dates and times. |
Visit The Website
Wellness Program Coordinator |
| Salt Spring Seniors Centre | Provides services for seniors including social gatherings, game times, and active learning programs. Membership is $5 per year |
379 Lower Ganges Road V8K 2V4 |
Office open Monday-Friday 10AM-12:30PM |
Visit The Website
saltspringseniors@shaw.ca |