Housing and homelessness in Nanaimo, British Columbia
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) - Mid-Island Branch
In short
First and foremost, our goal is to protect the health of staff and participants while still supporting social connections. See individual program listings for changes specific to each program.
- Who it is for
- Youth, Adults, Seniors, Women, Families, Indigenous people, Newcomers and immigrants, 2SLGBTQI+ people, Men, Veterans, People on a low income; Seniors, Youth, 2SLGBTQQIA+, Indigenous, Women, Men, Newcomer (arrived within 5 years), Immigrant (arrived over 5 years ago), Family with children, Babies and toddlers (0-3), Children (4-12), Youth (13-24), Older adults (65+)
- What it helps with
- Help right now, Food to eat, A safe place to sleep tonight, A home I can afford, Money to get by, Clothes and basic things, Medical care, Somewhere to wash, Help with drinking or drugs, Safety from harm, Learning and school, Knowing where to go, Getting online, Skills for work, Help with my mental health, Help raising my kids, People who get me, Help for my family, A job, My culture and roots, Being who I am, Rest and recreation, Making my own choices, A fresh start
- Cost and access
- Free
- Where
- 437 Wesley St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 2T8
- How to reach
- (250) 244-4042 · info.midisland@cmha.bc.ca · Website
- Last verified
- , by the organization
Services from this organization
CMHA Mid-Island - Suicide Prevention
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) - Mid-Island Branch
- 1.2 km from centre
- Crisis support
- Adults (25-64)
- Website checked March 2026
CMHA Mid-Island - Bounce Back: For Adults and Youth
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) - Mid-Island Branch
- 1.2 km from centre
- Youth (13-24)
- Adults (25-64)
- Free
- Website checked March 2026
CMHA Mid-Island - Confident Parents: Thriving Kids
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) - Mid-Island Branch
- 1.2 km from centre
- Babies and toddlers (0-3)
- Children (4-12)
- Free
- Website checked March 2026
CMHA Mid-Island - Employment Support Program
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) - Mid-Island Branch
- 1.2 km from centre
- Adults (25-64)
- Free
- Website checked March 2026
CMHA Mid-Island - Homelessness Outreach
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) - Mid-Island Branch
- 1.2 km from centre
- Free
- Website checked March 2026
CMHA Mid-Island Out Shop
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) - Mid-Island Branch
- 1.1 km from centre
- Adults (25-64)
- Mon and Wed 11-3
- Free
- Website checked March 2026
Drug Testing Services
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) - Mid-Island Branch
- 1.4 km from centre
- 1100-830PM
- Free
- Website checked March 2026
Nanaimo Overdose Prevention Site
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) - Mid-Island Branch
- 1.4 km from centre
- Youth (13-24)
- Adults (25-64)
- 11:00-9:00pm, 7 days a week
- Free
- Website checked March 2026
Social Centre
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) - Mid-Island Branch
- 1.1 km from centre
- Adults (25-64)
- Older adults (65+)
- Tuesday 10-4, Wednesday 1-7, Thurs-Sat 10-4
- Free
- Website checked March 2026
About this organization
CMHA Mid-Island delivers services to people living in, and between, Ladysmith and Comox Valley. Programs and Services including: housing, education, employment support, homeless outreach and an overdose prevention site.
How do I get in touch?
Call (250) 244-4042, email info.midisland@cmha.bc.ca, or use the website.
- Phone
- (250) 244-4042
- info.midisland@cmha.bc.ca
- Website
- https://cmhamidisland.ca
Listed in Nanaimo, British Columbia.
437 Wesley St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 2T8
437 Wesley St, Nanaimo, BC V9R 2T8Nanaimo, British Columbia
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