2021 VIRTUAL STUDENT ORIENTATION – PORT ALBERNI/WEST COAST MARKETPLACE

ORGANIZATION CONTACT INFORMATION SERVICES STUDENT DISCOUNTS/PERKS Alberni Fitness 250-723-2133 [email protected] Full-service fitness facility open 7 days a week. Free weights, cardio floor, Students and staff rate is 20% off all gym and class memberships. 4795 Gertrude Street, Port Alberni Fitness Classes, Spin Bike classes, Yoga classes, Personal Trainers Sign up during Sept Back to school special 4 months gym $105 www.albernifitness.com Mark's 250-724-6766 Clothing and footwear retailer specializing in casual and industrial wear. Student Voucher 102 - 3500 Johnston Road, Port Alberni https://www.marks.com/ Employment Centre 250-724-4560 or 1-888-454-4560 If you are unemployed or working fewer than 20 hours per week, not currently in school, and Free services [email protected] legally entitled to work in , you may also be eligible for: 4805-B Mar Street, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 8J5 • Financial supports for Skills Training (post-secondary school) www.avemployment.ca - Financial supports for short term courses, like First Aid, Foodsafe, or Serving It Right • Workshops for Job Searching, Resumes, Cover Letters, Interviews & more • Job Start supports (equipment, clothing or transportation for a new job) • Self-Employment Services to support you while you start a business • Work experience placement services such as Wage Subsidy, Customized Employment, or job creation partnerships Eligibility for these services is variable, and it is assessed according to each person’s needs, so it's best to talk to us if you have questions. City of Port Alberni 250-723-2146 [email protected] Parks, Sports Facilities, Recreation & Heritage Parks, Recreation and Heritage offers student discounts on 4850 Argyle Street, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 1V8 recreation passes. https://www.portalberni.ca/ Alberni Community and Woman's Services 250-724-7111 [email protected] We are committed to building a healthy community and improving status of women and N/A Society 3082 – 3rd Ave., Port Alberni, BC V9Y 2A5 providing safe space. https://www.acaws.ca/ • Youth Support Workers • Workshops & Programs • Community-Based Victim Services • Drop-In Resource Centre • Outreach Support Services • Port Alberni Transition House Canadian Mental Health Association - 250-724-7199 [email protected] We are proud to offer a variety of services and programs to support our community. We strive N/A Port Alberni 3178 2nd Avenue, Port Alberni BC V9Y 4C3 to assist members with mental health issues and work to lessen the stigma associated with https://cmhaportalberni.ca/ mental illness. • New Horizons Clubhouse • Peer Support • Advocacy • Housing • Outreach • Food Matters Literacy Alberni 250-723-7323 [email protected] We provide educational programs and facilitate literacy acquisition in learners of all ages N/A 5100e Tebo Avenue, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 5Y6 through a range of programs, services, and activities. https://literacyalberni.ca/ Port Alberni Transit 250-723-3341 Office: 250-724-1311 Public transit Student (Post-Secondary) Semester Pass: $100 3701-4th Avenue Port Alberni, BC V9Y 4H7 https://www.bctransit.com/port-alberni/home Port Alberni - Island Regional 250-723-9511 [email protected] Read, Watch, Listen: Borrow from the Library N/A Library 4255 Wallace St, Unit B, Port Alberni BC V9Y 3Y6 • Ebooks • Audio Books https://virl.bc.ca/branches/port-alberni/ • TV & Movies • Magazines & Newspapers • Education & Homeschool resources • Music • Book Clubs • Invigilation Services

2021 VIRTUAL STUDENT ORIENTATION – PORT ALBERNI/WEST COAST MARKETPLACE

ORGANIZATION CONTACT INFORMATION SERVICES STUDENT DISCOUNTS/PERKS Port Alberni Friendship Centre 250-723-8281 or 1-888-723-7232 The Port Alberni Friendship Center’s mandate is to improve the quality of life for Aboriginal N/A 3555 4th Ave, Unit A, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 4H3 peoples in an urban environment by supporting self-determined activities which respect https://pafriendshipcenter.com/welcome-port-alberni-friendship- and strengthen the increasing emphasis on Aboriginal cultural distinctiveness. The services center presently provided at our center are counseling, recreation programs, youth employment training program, Outreach Legal Advocacy Program, some public health services, social events, crafts and cultural events, with a general drop-in atmosphere. Alberni Valley Chamber of Commerce 250-724-6535 [email protected] Our vision is to make the Alberni Valley a leading business-friendly community in BC. N/A www.albernichamber.ca We support and promote our business community, through advocacy, education and communication. Ask about our networking events, Ambassador program, and other community events. INEO Employment Services 250-723-4675 INEO Employment Services facilitates several programs, workshops and one-to-one sessions with N/A 4908 Argyle St, Port Alberni, BC V9Y 1V7 an employment coach/job developer to support individuals in creating an environment where www.ineoemployment.com positive change is doable, affordable, and sustainable. INEO’s staff members possess the skills and experience required to provide that positive change environment.