James Bay Community Project

James Bay Community Project is a non-profit community organization helping seniors, youth and families by providing outreach services, community support and volunteer services.

JBCP shares its building with several tenants providing services to the community: JBUPCC (Urgent and Primary Care Centre), LifeLabs, HerWay Home, and other independent providers of health services.

* IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS *

REGISTRATION INFO

Phone: 250-388-7844 Ext 0* | Email: askus@jbcp.bc.ca

*Our receptionist is available on weekday mornings from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
You may also stop by in person during this time.

September at the Project! 

Staying active, learning and meeting new people can all help maintain your quality of life: Visit our Seniors page or contact our outreach worker to discuss your needs: https://jbcp.bc.ca/seniors/
Outreach Worker: Sharon Laurie 
Phone: 250-388-7844 Ext. 318
Email: slaurie@jbcp.bc.ca

Visit our Families page for more program info including online registration for *some* programs: https://jbcp.bc.ca/families/

Our free food skills program for youth resumes on September 11!
Advance registration required – visit our Youth page for details: https://jbcp.bc.ca/youth/

KNOWLEDGE+SKILLS+CONFIDENCE
:: Put life back in your life ::
  • Learn to better manage your health
  • Set goals and problem solve
  • Communicate effectively with your health care team
  • Take action and live a healthy life!
Six-Session Workshop for Adults with One or Multiple Chronic Conditions.
FREE – please register with our receptionist in advance to attend.
Family Members and Friends Welcome
DATES/TIME
September 19, 2023 to October 24, 2023
Tuesdays, 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Volunesia is a when you forget that you’re volunteering to help change lives – because it’s changing yours.
Make a difference for others in your community! We’re in need of volunteers to help:
– drive seniors to medical appointments
– at the Community Closet as a Store Clerk
– errand driver for pick ups and deliveries
– and more!
Contact our Coordinator of Volunteers for details: 
Kristyn Laver
Phone: 250-3988-7844 Ext 308
Email: klaver@jbcp.bc.ca

* CURRENT HEALTH & SAFETY PROTOCOLS *

Due to the Public Health Orders relating to COVID-19,  The Project has updated its safety plan in the following ways:

  • Please do not visit if you feel unwell or are experiencing any Covid-like symptoms.
  • Mask wearing: while it is now a personal choice, please continue to be kind and thoughtful towards others. Prior to meeting with others in our building, we ask that you discuss in advance your comfort level on mask wearing and to kindly respect each others’ preferences.
  • The limits on the number of people permitted in various spaces in our building are removed.
  • Access to our programs is by pre-registration only. Proof of vaccination is still mandatory for program participation.
  • Visitors to our building will no longer be required to exit the building using the back door, they can exit through the front doors.

Questions?

Enquiries can be directed to askus@jbcp.bc.ca or 250 388-7844 Ext 0.

Thank you for your understanding and on-going flexibility as we continue to navigate through these challenging times.

If you are visiting a tenant of the building, please contact them directly regarding their individual safety plans:

“Of all the places I’ve been to, this is the place where I’ve felt most comfortable.”

NEWS

Stay tuned into the Project with current updates, news and more.

CALENDAR

Discover upcoming courses and events for seniors, youth, families and community members.

REFERRALS

Volunteer services are available for some community members – click below for more info.

Our Sponsoring Agencies

Vancouver Foundation
United Way of Greater Victoria
Ministry of Children and Family Development
Island Health

Help us build a healthy, inclusive community in James Bay and beyond.