Public Health - Powell River

Provides public health nursing services. Prenatal and Early Years services include prenatal nutrition and lifestyle information; education and information on pregnancy and childbirth; postpartum support, including physical and emotional well-being for mothers and babies; breastfeeding assessment and support; child health clinics and immunizations; and dental services. School-age Health services include immunization, health promotion, and nutrition education, as well as vision, hearing, speech, and dental screening. Services are coordinated through local school districts; no referral is required. Serves Powell River, Lund, Savary Island, Harwood Island, Lasqueti Island, and Texada Island, including Gillies Bay and Van Anda. Hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday.