"AIDS Vancouver exists to alleviate individual and collective vulnerability to HIV and AIDS through care and support, education, advocacy and research."

At AIDS Vancouver Island we provide education, advocacy and support clients. AVI provides education and harm reduction information to schools, the broader community and target populations. Evidence demonstrates that comprehensive prevention programs can help to effectively contain HIV and other communicable diseases.

A Loving Spoonful is a volunteer-driven, non-partisan society that provides free nutritious meals to people living with HIV in the Greater Vancouver area. Our belief is by meeting this fundamental need, we improve our clients' health and well being, enabling them to focus on life's other challenges..

The mission of the ALS Society of BC is to find the cause of and a cure for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis. We are also committed to providing support to ALS patients, their families, and caregivers.

We provide support services and education programs locally and provincially, and are connected nationally to the Alzheimer Society of Canada. These three levels work together to form a nationwide network of services to help Canadians who are affected by Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.

We work to increase awareness about anxiety disorders; promote education of the general public, affected persons, and health care providers; and increase access to evidence-based resources and treatments

For more than 10 years, The Arthritis Society has helped thousands of people with arthritis improve their lives through the Arthritis Self-Management Program (ASMP). This health promotion program is designed to help you:

• better understand your arthritis
• learn ways to cope with chronic pain
• take a more active role in managing your arthritis

Asian Community AIDS Services (ACAS) is a charitable, non-profit, community-based organization. It provides HIV/AIDS education, prevention, and support services to the East and Southeast Asian Canadian communities. These programs are based on a pro-active and holistic approach to HIV/AIDS and are provided in a collaborative, empowering, and non-discriminatory manner.

 To promote understanding, acceptance, and full community inclusion for people with autism in British Columbia while providing support for the realization of the rights and informed choices of individuals with autism and their families.

To broaden awareness about ataxia among the
medical community and the general public;
and to provide support for those living with ataxia.

The mission of the BCCEWH is to improve the health of women by fostering collaboration on innovative, multi-disciplinary research endeavours and action-oriented approaches to women's health initiatives, women-centred programs, and health policy. We pay particular attention to policy that will improve the health status of women who are marginalised and who face multiple disadvantages in health due to socio-economic status, race, culture, age, sexual orientation, geography, disability, and/or addiction.

The BC Epilepsy Society is a non-profit, charitable organization dedicated to serving the British Columbians living with epilepsy, and their families. We also work with educators and other organizations to build awareness about epilepsy-related issues, and to increase people's knowledge about the disorder and first aid.

The Institute's vision is of a province and a society without family violence where individuals, families and communities are caring, respectful and supportive.

To provide education and support to people affected by lupus; to create awareness of lupus; and to support advances in the treatment and research.

A Parent's Guide to the Learning Disabilities associated with Neurofibromatosis Type 1. This guide is designed to act as a resource for parents of children with both NF1 and learning disabilities - at all school ages. Whether your child is just entering kindergarten, or is into his/her high school years, you will find relevant material to address his/her educational needs in this guide.

A province-wide family support system with 34 Branches, 14 Regional Coordinators, 3 Program Coordinators and over 1600 members who are dedicated to supporting each other, educating the public, raising funds for research, and advocating for better services for people with schizophrenia and other serious and persistent mental illness.

The mission of the BCCEWH is to improve the health of women by fostering collaboration on innovative, multi-disciplinary research endeavours and action-oriented approaches to women's health initiatives, women-centred programs, and health policy. We pay particular attention to policy that will improve the health status of women who are marginalised and who face multiple disadvantages in health due to socio-economic status, race, culture, age, sexual orientation, geography, disability, and/or addiction.

Our mandate is to fund vital Canadian research into improving the detection, prevention, and treatment of breast cancer as well as to ultimately find a cure and create awareness through education.

The British Columbia Persons With AIDS Society exists to enable persons living with AIDS and HIV disease to empower themselves through mutual support and collective action.

Callanish Society is a small, grassroots non-profit organization dedicated to improving the emotional and spiritual health of our communities by assisting families with cancer, and their health care providers, to explore illness and/or death openly and consciously. Weeklong retreats and ongoing support programs are offered by a team of health care professionals and volunteers who believe that communities can develop resilience in the face of illness and healing, loss and death, by coming together in a process of authentic dialogue and in an in-depth exploration of what it means to heal emotionally and spiritually while living with, or dying from, cancer.

Canadian Blood Services is a not-for-profit, charitable organization whose sole mission is to manage the blood and blood products supply for Canadians.

The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation (CBCF) is the leading national volunteer-based organization in Canada dedicated to creating a future without breast cancer. CBCF works collaboratively to fund, support and advocate for: relevant and innovative research; meaningful education and awareness programs; early diagnosis and effective treatment; and a positive quality of life for those living with breast cancer.

To provide a national link between all groups and individuals concerned about breast cancer. To represent the concerns of all Canadians affected by breast cancer and those at risk.

The mission of the BC Cancer Agency is to reduce the incidence of cancer; to reduce the mortality rate of people with cancer; and to improve the quality of life of people living with cancer. This mission is achieved by a system that links prevention, early detection, diagnosis and treatment, supportive care, rehabilitation, palliative care, education, research, and support for community programs.

A national, voluntary health agency that helps people with cystic fibrosis by raising money for research into improved care and treatment, to seek a cure or control for cystic fibrosis, and by promoting public awareness of the disease. The Foundation has 50 chapters across Canada.

The goal of the Canadian Diabetes Association's web site is to become THE online resource for people with, and affected by, diabetes and for healthcare professionals treating those affected by the disease.

To ensure equitable opportunities for all Canadians with Down syndrome. This means, to make sure all Canadians with Down syndrome have the right supports to give them the same opportunities that everyone else has.

The British Columbia Epilepsy Society is a non-profit, charitable organization dedicated to serving the well being of people living with epilepsy. We empower, educate, and support British Columbians living with epilepsy and their families, and fund research to find a cure. A Canada-wide network of grassroots organizations dedicated to the promotion of independence and quality of life for people with epilepsy and their families, through support services, information, advocacy, and public awareness.

Our mandate is to promote liver health and to reduce the incidence and impact of all liver disease. To achieve this goal, we work through our volunteer chapters across the country to improve public awareness and understanding of liver health and liver disease, raise funds for research and reach out to liver disease patients and their families.

The Lung Association is a registered charity that provides information and funding for research to improve lung health. We focus on the prevention and control of asthma, chronic lung disease, tobacco cessation and prevention, as well as air quality and its effects on lung health.

 In medical emergencies, when seconds count, MedicAlert is the only service able to provide emergency responders and health professionals with access to your vital medical information. More?

CMHA believes and promotes the notion of recovery from mental illness as far more than simply control of symptoms through medical intervention. Our services help mental health consumers access the work, volunteer, recreational, education, and other opportunities they seek.

The Canadian Red Cross mission is to improve the lives of vulnerable people by mobilizing the power of humanity in Canada and around the world.

The Childhood Cancer Foundation ~ Candlelighters Canada is a national volunteer charitable organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for families experiencing the effects of childhood cancer through the provision of resources, parent support and the promotion of research.

The only fully operational children's hospice in North America providing hospice care free of charge to children and their entire families. It is regarded as one of the leading children's hospices in the world.

The Centre for Integrated Healing provides an integrated complementary cancer care program for people with cancer and their families. The Centre was created to encourage a holistic, healing approach to cancer care, including healthful self-care, healthful nutrition, vitamins, supplements and an introduction to the foundations of healing.

To raise awareness of Cerebral Palsy in the community; To assist those living with Cerebral Palsy to reach their maximum potential; To work to see those living with Cerebral Palsy realize their place as equals within a diverse society.

CNIB is the primary source of support, information and most importantly, hope, for all Canadians affected by vision loss.
We are recognized experts in vision health and have been making a profound difference in the lives of Canadians since 1918.
At CNIB it is well understood that there are ways to enjoy a good quality of life for any of us experiencing vision loss, and important preventive steps we can all take to maintain vision health.

Down Syndrome Research Foundation

Mission: To provide Comfort Care for people living with HIV/AIDS
Mandate: To operate a Day Health Program and Residence with 24-hour care for people with HIV/AIDS

When most people think about health care, they think of their local hospital, but Fraser Health is much more. We're a network of integrated health services working together to meet your health care needs.
We are the community hospital where you go to repair the broken leg you suffered on a weekend ski trip; the referral hospital where specialists save the life of your newborn after a high-risk birth; the residential care facility or assisted living facility where your elderly loved one receives care; the public health unit where your new baby is weighed and immunized; the mental health and addictions office where you can get support if you suspect a family member is suffering from depression or substance abuse; the home health workers who visit your disabled neighbour and offer the support needed to live independently; and the environmental health officers who monitor everything from your favourite local restaurant to your drinking water. (Click on any link above for contact information)

Friends For Life provides support to people confronting the daily challenges of living with life-threatening illness, as well as help for their families and caregivers. Our aim is to promote wellness and minimize the need for institutional care.

"Especially for parents and families who are struggling with addiction!" FGTA is working to improve the lives of drug users, their families and friends, since 1999. We realized that it wasn't just the disease that was the problem, it was the treatment (or, more to the point, the lack of treatment).

Named after Vincent Van Gogh's homeopathic doctor, Paul Gachet, we provide the artists informed by mental health issues with opportunities to exhibit, curate, perform, read, teach and to develop their leadership skills. Located at 88 East Cordova Street, close to the diverse populations that reside in Vancouver's neighborhoods. Named after Vincent Van Gogh's homeopathic doctor, Paul Gachet, we provide the artists informed by mental health issues with opportunities to exhibit, curate, perform, read, teach and to develop their leadership skills. Located at 88 East Cordova Street, close to the diverse populations that reside in Vancouver's neighborhoods.

Mission: The people of British Columbia and Yukon will benefit from improved understanding, prevention and treatment of heart disease and stroke.

To contribute to improved heart health outcomes by providing a central, Internet-based heart health information resource that is genuinely and uniquely useful and is not another heart-health website.
Our target audience comprises three groups:
•    Patients with heart disease and their family members.
•    Healthcare professionals.
•    Individuals who are concerned about their heart health.
 
 

Feeling confused? Alone? Want information you can trust for you or someone you care about? Here you'll find quality information, personal stories of hope, and resources you can use to make better decisions about mental health or substance use issues. We're here to help.

Our vision is to ensure that no Canadian is denied medical care for inability to afford air travel. To achieve our mission, we arrange free flights to recognized health facilities for medical treatment unavailable in a patient's home.

Comprehensive information and referral service for the Lower Mainland. Provides information on and referral to, community and social services, including counseling, health, financial assistance, housing, employment, education, recreation, cultural, and legal services. Service is funded by the United Way of the Lower Mainland and the City of Vancouver. Hours: 8:30 am to 5:30 pm, Monday to Friday.

Jessie's Hope , a non-profit organization, has been educating, supporting and advocating for services around the issue of eating and weight disturbances in the province of British Columbia since 1985. 2006 brings a new focus: prevention of eating and weight disturbance issues. Read more about our new direction>>

 

JDFC's mission is to find a cure for diabetes and its complications through the support of research.

Improves the health and quality of life of people living with kidney disease. It funds research and related clinical education; provides services to sufferers; advocates for access to high quality health care; and promotes organ donation.

A nonprofit organization dedicated to cultivating awareness and initiating action around food, health, and urban sustainability in the Greater Victoria community. We work proactively to promote and create personal, shared and community gardens, research, and educational activities and youth skills development programs.

The Living Positive Resource Centre, Okanagan, through community partnerships and collaboration, will work to reduce the incidence of new HIV/AIDS/Hep C and other blood borne pathogens and to improve the quality of life for those infected and affected.

Listed as one of the top sites for health information for the public, Dr. Baker is a regular columnist for this high-quality website. medbroadcast.com is a comprehensive, consumer-oriented online medical resource dedicated to providing credible, relevant, mainstream information you need to take an active role in discussions and decisions about your healthcare and the healthcare of your loved ones.

Mheccu provides educational seminars and workshops on a range of mental health issues, focusing on best practices in the delivery of mental health services. Mheccu is involved with continuing professional development regarding mental health service delivery, fostering the use of evidence-based interventions and treatments, and ensuring the wide distribution of knowledge and expertise in mental health care.

We offer support and friendship for those with the illnesses and their supporters. Increase your knowledge, gain information…the tools for managing your illness.

To be a leader in finding a cure for multiple sclerosis and enabling people affected by MS to enhance their quality of life.

M uscular Dystrophy Canada is about people. In fact, people are the muscle behind the organization. People are the reason we do what we do, and the means by which we are able to continue doing those things. Firefighters, volunteers, chapters, staff, and of course, all those people who give us the motivation to keep pushing, pulling, and continue to be that muscle.

Our Vision is to have accurate diagnostics and effective treatments for ME, and comprehensive support for sufferers. MEBC was formed to help patients and their families cope with the physical and emotional strains arising from M.E.

NEDIC has a philosophy which promotes healthy lifestyles and encourages clients to make informed choices based on accurate information. We do not promote dieting or other behaviours which limit the full expression of our humanity. Our work has been the recipient of many awards and we continue to develop our services in response to the needs of our clients.

OUR VISION: A community where all people with disabilities have equal opportunities to lead active fulfilling lives and are recognized as contributing members of the community. Today, the Association remains committed to assisting both children and adults who have a disability or developmental delay to reach their maximum potential.

Organizes, funds, and oversees volunteer surgical teams that provide free facial and orthopaedic reconstructive surgery to children in medically under-served countries.

Parkinson Society British Columbia is a not for profit, charitable organization established in 1969 and entirely supported by donations from members, sponsors and the dedicated efforts of volunteers, corporations, foundations and individuals.

"As volunteer community advocates, to increase and improve the provision of health care to the people served by Peace Arch Hospital, by raising awareness, capital and enhancing services and facilities by providing financial and community support where other support is not available."

Providence Farm offers vocational rehabilitation and horticultural therapy to people with mental and developmental disabilities, head injuries and other special needs.

These are things that every child needs - and deserves - to have. Helping to provide these things is what we do. By creating, finding and supporting programs that directly improve the health and well being of children, Ronald McDonald House Charities is working to better the lives of children and their families around the world.

S.A.F.E in B.C. dedicates its resources to reducing the burden of suffering caused by self- abuse. The services are available to all adolescents and adults without discrimination, recognising that people with differing ages and backgrounds may need different approaches to healing.
We Offer: Therapeutic services directly to those who self-abuse and their families and friends. Training to professionals who may meet people who self-abuse in the course of their work.
We develop programs and tools to facilitate our vision of help to those confronted with the problem of self-abuse.
“Self-abuse is defined as repeated episodes of non-lethal self-inflicted injuries and overdoses.”

S.A.F.E. in Canada exists to reduce the burden of suffering caused by self-injury. It does so directly by working with those who self-injure, and indirectly by helping their families, their friends and the professionals who care for them.

To promote the physical, mental, social, environmental and spiritual well-being of the senior population who are facing unique challenges that include social isolation, substance misuse and abuse and elder abuse. These challenges are addressed by SWAP through the provision of outreach, withdrawal management (where appropriate), individual and group counselling, advocacy and community development

Working in the context of St. Paul's Hospital's mission and core values (and those of Providence Health Care) to cultivate relationships and partnerships within our community to generate financial and related resources to enhance the hospital's capacity to help people.

To support Surrey Memorial Hospital in delivering the highest quality health care by enlisting the financial support of caring individuals and organizations.

The Terry Fox Foundation's mission is to maintain the principles of Terry Fox while raising money for cancer research through the annual Terry Fox Run, memoriam donations and planned gifts.

Welcome to the Vancouver Coastal Health's web site - providing citizens of the Coast Garibaldi regions and of Vancouver, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, and Richmond with quality health care ranging from acute care hospitals to community-based residential, home health, mental health, and public health services.

Vernon and District Hospice Society supports quality of life to the very end of life. When medical intervention can no longer add days to life, we strive to add more life to each day.

WIDHH strives to offer high quality services to Deaf, Deafened and Hard of Hearing individuals through innovative products, services, and programs that help to promote accessibility equal to that of the hearing public.

Womennet.ca, the Canadian Women's Information Centre, helps women respond to challenges and improve their quality of life. Whether they are working outside the home or parenting, on their own or with a spouse, young, middle-aged or elderly, women face challenges. Womennet.ca is the site to turn to for information and resources to help women take charge of their lives.

YouthCO AIDS Society is a non-profit organization building capacity with youth between the ages of 15-29 throughout BC to reduce vulnerability to HIV, AIDS and Hepatitis C through peer support, peer education and shared leadership.
This unique position allows our peer-based education initiatives and support services to:address the underlying factors that make youth vulnerable to HIV, AIDS and Hepatitis C and assist youth in their efforts to make well-informed and safer decisions about their sexual health and substance use.