Information on local businesses, services and volunteer networks.
The information will be updated as changes take place.
If you would like to add or revise anything please contact Marjorie @ 250-974-8285 or email us at sointulainfo@gmail.com
Malcolm Island Businesses
Sointula Co-Op
Main Store
Open Hours
To shop in-store:
Tue to Thur 9:30-5:30pm
Fri & Sat 12-5:30pm
To place phone orders:
Sat 9:30-10:30am only
To pick up email & phone orders: Sat 11:30am-12pm
Rules/Restrictions
Masks are mandatory
Maximum 15 customers at a time
Maintain 6 ft (2m) physical distance while waiting to enter and while in the store
Email orders: theco-op@recn.ca
Email orders must include name, phone number, member number, payment method, grocery list, and whether or not you will take substitutions.
Information current as of September 14
Burger Barn
Open Hours
12-7:30pm
Thurs-Mon
Rules/Restrictions
Take-out only
Must phone in order
Information current as of September 14
Coho Joe
Open Hours
9am-2:30pm
7 days per week
Rules/Restrictions
Maintain 6 ft (2m) physical distance at all times whether outside or inside
Enter through front door and exit through back door only
Limited dine-in seating now open for groups of 2-6 (currently only two tables)
Outdoor seating available
Phone orders, take-out and local delivery still available
Curbside pickup now an option
Information current as of September 14
Oceanfront Hotel
Open Hours
Not accepting new bookings.
Walk-up window open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner 11:30am-1:30pm and 5-8pm
ATM accessible from outside
Rules/Restrictions
Exceptions made for essential travellers. Call Robin for more info.
Beer and wine sales at the walk-up window
Contact
Hotel info
Robin 250-230-6722
info@islandrooms.ca
Food orders
250-230-6722
Check Facebook for more info including daily food menu and other items available through the walk-up window
Information current as of September 14
Sointula Co-Op
Gas Bar
Open Hours
Mon to Sat: 7:30am-2pm
Sun: 10:30am-5pm
Rules/Restrictions
Masks are mandatory
Maximum 2 customers at a time
Contact
250-973-6717
Sointula Co-Op
Hardware Store
Open Hours
Wed to Sat: 9am-1pm
Rules/Restrictions
Masks are mandatory
Maximum 3 customers at a time
Maintain 6 ft (2m) physical distance while waiting to enter and while in the store
Contact
250-973-6986
Information current as of September 14
Upper Crust Bakery
Open Hours
Tue to Sat: 9:30am-3:30pm
Rules/Restrictions
Maximum 4 customers at a time
Information current as of September 14
Malcolm Island Services / Organizations
Medical Clinic
Open Hours
Mon to Fri: 8am-4pm
Rules/Restrictions
Must call in advance
Bloodwork for critical cases only
Contact
Cheryl 250-973-2373
Island Health Covid Info/Screening:
250-902-6091
Information current as of September 14
Malcolm Island Harbour Authority
Harbour Office
Open Hours
Closed to the public. Staff are in office 9am-12pm, 7 days/week.
Rules/Restrictions
Transient moorage available to Canadian citizens
All visitors must be self contained and follow provincial guidelines
Please register and pay by phone
Bikes are not available
Laundry
Washrooms
Showers
Open Hours
Closed to the public until further notice
Information current as of September 14
Museum
Open Hours
Open daily from 12-4pm
Rules/Restrictions
Social distancing required
Masks recommended
1-way traffic through the building
2 groups at a time
Hand sanitizing stations provided
High touch areas are closed
Information current as of September 14
Post Office
Open Hours
Mon to Fri: 8:30am-5pm
(closed for lunch 12-1pm)
Rules/Restrictions
One customer at a time
Contact
250-973-6700
Information current as of September 14
Senior Centre
Open Hours
Saturday Night Bingo has been cancelled for September
Rules/Restrictions
Contact
250-973-6777
Information current as of September 14
Sointula Recreation Association
Indoor Facilities
NOW OPEN
Gym
Rules/Restrictions
You must pre-book your times by calling Shannon Topher
Standard COVID protocols apply
Hand sanitizer is available and equipment to be wiped down before and after use.
There is a limit of two people working out who have agreed to share the space, with social distancing if they do not live in the same house
Contact
Scheduling – Shannon Topher 250-857-2499
Memberships – Kathy Cowan 250-973-6704
Athletic Hall now available for rentals
Rules/Restrictions
You must submit a COVID plan to the Rec Association prior to event
Contact
Rentals – Kathy
250-973-6704
STILL CLOSED
FO Hall, Seniors, Dance Studio & Teen Centre
Michelle
250-974-4445
Parks and Playgrounds
NOW OPEN
Arnold Grosenick Ball Park
Tennis courts
Ahola Playground in
Rough Bay
Seaside Playground
below the library
Rules/Restrictions
Do not access parks or playgrounds if you are sick
Practice safe physical distancing
Wash/sanitize hands before and after use
Supervise children at all times and restrict crowding as much as possible
Contact
Michelle
250-974-4445
Information current as of September 17
Sointula Resource Centre
Open Hours
10am-2:30pm
7 days per week
Hours to change September 15
Tue to Sat: 10am-2:30pm
Rules/Restrictions
One person at a time
Maintain 6 ft (2m) physical distance while waiting to enter and while inside
Free bike program will not be available this year
Information current as of September 14
Thrift Store
Open Hours
Random open hours will be announced on Facebook
Rules/Restrictions
Information current as of September 14
Transfer Station / Recycling
Open Hours
Tues: 10am-1pm
Wed: 6-8pm
Sat: 10am-3pm
Rules/Restrictions
Max 3 people at a time. One per family
6ft (2m) physical distancing
Accepting refundables
Information current as of September 14
Vancouver Island Regional Library – Sointula Branch
Open Hours
Takeout Service
Thur: 2-3pm & 5-6pm
Fri: 11am-12pm & 2-3pm
Sat: 11am-12pm & 2-3pm
Available by phone
Thur: 12-7:30pm
Fri: 8:30am-4:45pm
Sat: 9am-5pm
This branch is still closed to in-person browsing
Rules/Restrictions
Place holds online or by phone
Appointment times will be booked during the open hours and items will be delivered to you outside the library
Books may be returned during takeout hours
Information current as of September 14
Local and Area Networks / Supports
Food Support
Wanda 250-973-6738 or Susan 250-230-6494
Mount Waddington Health Network
“The Mount Waddington Health Network (MWHN) is a collaborative network of people with wide-ranging backgrounds, roles and perspectives that take action on issues that impact health and well-being in our communities. Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of people in our communities by focusing on the root issues impacting health and act to promote wellness.” – from the MWHN website
They have compiled an extensive list of resources and supports covering local, provincial and federal levels.
Information current as of September 14
Reminders
Mental Health Resources
Island Health Adult Mental Health and Substance Use Services
Port McNeill: 250-956-4461
Port Hardy: 250-902-6051
Drop-in Phone Counselling for mental health and substance use
Monday-Friday *(In Pt. McNeill:1:00pm-2:00pm / in Pt. Hardy: 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm) currently by phone
Vancouver Island Crisis Line
Phone: 1-888-494-3888
Chat vicrisis.ca
Text: 250-800-3806
Canadian Mental Health Association
Offers a free on-line program called BounceBack
- The BounceBack program is a self-directed course to help folks manage low mood, stress and anxiety. There are programs specifically for adults, youth and service providers.
From the CMHA Website: Tips for managing anxiety
BC COVID-19 Mental Health Network
BC based mental health professionals are offering free, short term, one-on-one counselling to those who are struggling with the stress of Covid 19.
If you would like to inquire about this service email: bccovidtherapists@gmail.com
Kids Help Phone
24/7 national support service offering professional counselling, information and referrals and volunteer-led, text-based support to young people in both English and French.
Phone 1-800-668-6868 to speak to a professional counsellor.
or
Text the word “connect” to 686868 to access text support.
FNHA (First Nation Health Authority)
COVID-19 Web Portal to help BC First Nations people and their health care providers and community leaders to get the information they need to keep themselves and others safe.
BC Government
Covid-19 Information, Advice and Updates
Please use the following official websites for current and accurate information about Covid-19.