Margaret Moss Health Unit

01/23/2026

Do you know a young person making a difference in harm reduction?

Applications for the 2026 Youth Harm Reduction Award are open March 1 to April 15, 2026.

Parents, caregivers, teachers, mentors, and loved ones are encouraged to support youth 19 and under who have led projects in the past year focused on reducing harms related to unregulated substances.

This award recognizes youth leadership and action in harm reduction.

Recipients will get $1,000 (total) and a framed certificate.

Learn more: islandhealth.ca/yhra

01/16/2026

Being a dad is more than a title—it’s a daily choice to show up, to listen, and to lead with love. It’s in the small moments that matter most: the quiet drive to school, the shared laughter, the steady presence when the world feels big. Dads shape confidence, resilience, and belonging simply by being there.

LRCA Dad’s Drop-In is a space to connect, learn, and grow together—because strong dads build strong families, and strong families build strong communities. No perfection required, just presence. Come as you are, and be part of something that matters.

01/15/2026

**CLINIC CLOSURE NOTICE**

Please note that due to staffing, Quw'utsun Youth Health Centre will be closed after today until Thursday January 22nd. Any youth requiring our services can access Margaret Moss Health Unit, or check in with your local pharmacy (birth control, emergency contraception).

Monday morning STI clinic at Margaret Moss Health Unit is also closed. STI testing is available for free through Get Checked Online. https://getcheckedonline.com/Pages/default.aspx or come see us Thursday January 22nd for the next morning drop in STI clinic.

Thank you for understanding and we look forward to helping you as soon as we can!

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01/14/2026

Looking for more support around feeding your little eater aged 1-6 years old? Check out this free monthly virtual class for parents/caregivers.

Register over at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/supporting-your-eater-in-training-reframing-picky-eating-tickets-1380863021469

01/07/2026

Do you have a child, or children, in your household that will be registering for Kindergarten in September 2026?

The Cowichan Valley School District invites you to join us for our upcoming, virtual, information and Q&A sessions.

We kindly ask that you pre-register for the session(s) of your choosing using this link:
https://forms.office.com/r/ayDdccPs9u

*The zoom link to the meeting will be sent to the email you sign up with on the day of the session.

01/07/2026

Know a teen looking into quitting or cutting down on va**ng or smoking but needs more support? Check out these free Tuesday evening zoom sessions starting February 3rd.

12/31/2025

Reminder of our BRAND NEW Prenatal Infant Feeding Class starting up January 2026! Happening twice a month on Thursday mornings, between 10-11:30am.

Come by and learn more about infant feeding so you can feel well informed and supported before your little one arrives. Call the health unit at 250-709-3050 to register!

12/23/2025

12/19/2025

Sharing this shout out to Kroffat Brake and Wheel!

Shout out to Kroffat Brake & Wheel for an amazing donation to the Pregnancy Food Connections program! Pregnancy Food Connections provides new and expecting families with free meat and eggs every week 🥚❤

On behalf of Cowichan Green Community, and all the families on this program, we'd like to say "THANKS A DOZEN!" to Kroffat for their support 💗