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

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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

Facebook

info@saltspringlibrary.com
250-537-4666

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

Youth Programs

Host A Program Application

PARC Main Office Email
250-537-1402

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

Facebook

Instagram

info@blacksheepbooks.ca
250-538-0025

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

Check For Local Courses

View Online Courses

foodsafe@foodsafe.ca
250-370-4781

Sheri – Foodsafe Instructor
sheri@kitchensync.ca
250-537-1883

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Description

Where

When

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
Hannah Kahane
250-537-9176 or 250-537-9971
Contact By Email Here

Family Counsellor
Maryanne Benwood
250-537-9938
familyplace@ssics.ca

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

Resources For Families

Librarian
Julia Wagner
250-537-4666 ext 225
jwagner@saltspringlibrary.com

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
V8K 2WS

Online courses available, please see website for further details. Raffi Foundation Website

250-931-3190

Contact By Email Here

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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

Facebook

Instagram

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

The Bookworm: A Teen Magazine

Instagram

250-537-4666
teens@saltspringlibrary.com

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
3PM-6/7PM

Instagram

Email the Core Inn

Program Coordinator
Martin Mongard
250-537-9932

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
Martin Mongard
250-537-9932

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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

Adult Graduation Requirements

Brad Bunyan
bbunyan@sd64.bc.ca
250-537-9944 ext 222

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

Email SSICS Here

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
250-537-9971
Or visit in person

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
250-537-4604