As of November 19 masks are mandatory in all indoor public spaces
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 March 1
Burger Barn
Closed for the season
Coho Joe
Open Hours
9am-2:30pm
Wed to Sun
Rules/Restrictions
Masks are mandatory
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 for groups of no more than 6 (only those within your household or core bubble)
Outdoor seating available
Phone orders, take-out, curbside pickup and local delivery available
Information current as of March 1
Oceanfront Hotel – Rooms
Open Hours
Two-night minimum hotel stays
Long-term rentals available
Rules/Restrictions
Masks are mandatory in all common areas
Rooms must be booked by phone or be pre-approved through Airbnb
Oceanfront Hotel – Walk up window
Open Hours
Walk-up window
Lunch 12-12:30pm
Dinner 6-6:30pm
7 days a week
Rules/Restrictions
Take away only
Beer and wine sales also available during open hours
Contact
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 March 1
Sointula Co-Op
Gas Bar
Open Hours
Mon to Fri: 7:30am-2pm
Sat & Sun: 10:30am-5pm
Rules/Restrictions
Masks are mandatory
Maximum 3 customers at a time
Contact
250-973-6717
Sointula Co-Op
Hardware Store
Open Hours
Tues 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 March 1
Upper Crust Bakery
Open Hours
Tue to Sat: 9:30am-3:30pm
Rules/Restrictions
Masks are mandatory
Maximum 4 customers at a time
Information current as of March 1
Malcolm Island Services / Organizations
Medical Clinic
Open Hours
Mon to Fri: 8am-4pm
Rules/Restrictions
Medical grade masks are now mandatory – a free mask will be provided if you do not have one
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 March 1
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 March 1
Museum
Open Hours
Winter schedule – by appointment only
Rules/Restrictions
Post Office
Open Hours
Mon to Fri: 8:30am-5pm
(closed for lunch 12-1pm)
Rules/Restrictions
Masks are mandatory
2 customers at a time
Contact
250-973-6700
Information current as of March 1
Senior Centre
Open Hours
Closed until further notice
Rules/Restrictions
Contact
250-973-6777
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 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, 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 March 1
Sointula Resource Centre
Open Hours
Tue to Sat: 10am-2:30pm
Rules/Restrictions
Masks are mandatory
Maintain 6 ft (2m) physical distance while waiting to enter and while inside
Information current as of March 1
Thrift Store
Open Hours
Sat 1-3pm
Rules/Restrictions
Information current as of March 1
Transfer Station / Recycling
Open Hours
Tue: 10am-1pm
Temporary change
Fri: 10am-1pm
Sat: 10am-3pm
Rules/Restrictions
Masks are mandatory
Max 3 people at a time. One per family
6ft (2m) physical distancing
Accepting refundables
Information current as of March 1
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
Masks are mandatory
Computer use and browsing the shelves now available
One person (or one adult and one child) at a time.
30 minutes per visit
Information current as of March 1
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 March 1
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.