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 phone 250-973-2001 or email us at sointulainfo@gmail.com
Malcolm Island Businesses
Sointula Co-Op
Main Store
Open Hours
Tue to Sat 9:30-5:30pm
Rules/Restrictions
Until Phase 4 masks are mandatory
Information current as of July 22
Burger Barn
Open Hours
Daily 12-7:30pm
Rules/Restrictions
Must phone in orders
Information current as of July 22
Coho Joe
Open Hours
Rules/Restrictions
Information current as of July 22
Oceanfront Hotel
Open Hours
Walk-up window hours
Sun & Mon
12-12:30pm, 6-6:30pm
Tues-Sat 6-6:30pm
Beer, wine, snacks and groceries available at the window during open hours
Rules/Restrictions
Masks are recommended
Please sanitize when entering and exiting
Information current as of July 22
Sointula Co-Op
Gas Bar
Open Hours
Mon to Fri: 7:30am-5:30pm
Sat & Sun: 10:30am-5pm
Rules/Restrictions
Until Phase 4 masks are mandatory
Contact
250-973-6717
Sointula Co-Op
Hardware Store
Open Hours
Tues, Wed, Fri, Sat:
9am-1pm
Thur: 9:30am-1pm
Rules/Restrictions
Until Phase 4 masks are mandatory
Contact
250-973-6986
Information current as of July 22
Upper Crust Bakery
Open Hours
Tue: 9:30am-3:30pm
Wed: 12-3:30pm
Thur: 12-3:30pm
Fri: 12-6:30pm
Sat: 9:30am-3:30pm
Rules/Restrictions
Information current as of July 22
Malcolm Island Services / Organizations
Medical Clinic
Open Hours
Mon to Fri: 8am-4pm
Rules/Restrictions
Call for details
Contact
Cheryl 250-973-2373
Island Health Covid Info/Screening:
250-902-6091
Information current as of July 22
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
Laundry
Washrooms
Showers
Open Hours
Laundry is open
Showers and washrooms open during office hours
Information current as of July 22
Information current as of July 22
Post Office
Open Hours
Mon to Fri: 8:30am-5pm
(closed for lunch 12-1pm)
Rules/Restrictions
Masks are mandatory
Limit of 2 people at a time
Contact
250-973-6700
Information current as of July 22
Senior Centre
Open Hours
Saturday night bingo
Rules/Restrictions
Contact
250-973-6777
Information current as of July 22
Sointula Recreation Association
Indoor Facilities
OPEN
Gym
Athletic Hall, FO Hall, Dance Studio & Teen Centre
Rules/Restrictions
Contact for more details
Contact
Gym Memberships – Kathy
250-973-6704
Rentals – Juanita
250-974-4699
General Info – Michelle
250-974-4445
Michelle
250-974-4445
Parks and Playgrounds
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
Contact
Michelle
250-974-4445
Information current as of July 22
Sointula Resource Centre
Open Hours
Daily: 10am-5:00pm
Rules/Restrictions
Information current as of July 22
Thrift Store
Open Hours
Sat 1-3pm
Rules/Restrictions
Information current as of July 22
Transfer Station / Recycling
Open Hours
Tue: 10am-1pm
Wed: 6-8pm
Sat: 10am-3pm
Rules/Restrictions
Information current as of July 22
Vancouver Island Regional Library – Sointula Branch
Open Hours
Tue: 1-4pm & 5-7pm
Wed: 12-2pm & 3-4pm
Thur: 1-4pm & 5-7pm
Sat: 11am-3pm
Closed Fri, Sun & Mon
Rules/Restrictions
Information current as of July 22
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 July 22
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.