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SD71 Wellness Program is an exciting program that is committed to
educating and supporting employees and their families in various
lifestyle areas, including but not limited to: financial wellness, physical
activity, healthy living, nutrition & mental health.
A wide variety of health and wellness services are available as part of
our benefits package provided under the SD71 Employee & Family
Assistance Program (EFAP). EFAP is a proactive option for helping you
manage your personal health and happiness — For assistance please
call the confidential line at 1-800-663-1142.
Whether it’s trying to improve your health or obtain a certain fitness
level, the Work 2 Wellness program has partnered with local businesses
and organizations in an effort to foster positive lifestyle changes by
offering great discounts to wellness programs, activities, resources, and
services for all SD71 employees.
How do you take advantage of the discounted rates?
Employees must present their employee ID or their most recent
pay stub to any of the locations listed in this brochure in order to
receive the discounted rate.
SD71 Wellness Program
Save money while you stay healthy
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SD71 Wellness Program
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Employee & Family Assistance Program
The Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) is a voluntary,
confidential short-term counselling and advisory service. This program is
designed to help you and your dependents with any personal problems, large
or small, which affect your family life, your work life or your general wellbeing.
The EFAP provides professional assistance for a wide range of issues, including:
Personal and work-related stress
Couple and marital relationships
Childcare and parenting issues
Eldercare concerns
Depression and anxiety
Alcohol and drug misuse
Family matters
Bereavement
Legal issues
Financial concerns
Career issues
Crisis counselling/Trauma
Other concerns
For assistance or more details, call 1-800-663-1142 or visit www.homeweb.ca
To register for Homewood Health Member Services, go to www.homeweb.ca
and click on “Sign up” in the top right corner.
Fill in the required personal information and click “Next Step”. Enter SD71 as the
organization name. If it is not recognized on the first try and a pop-up box
appears, click “proceed without company name” to continue; this will provide
temporary access, but full access will be provided to you within 24 – 48hours.
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Homeweb is a collection of resources to support your health and wellness
through different tools:
E-Counselling provides two options for secure and private online
counselling through e-mail exchanges with a counsellor or chat e-
Counselling.
Health e-Resources offers resources that include an online health risk
assessment and comprehensive health and wellness library
Health Library provides information to improve health and wellness, and
assists individuals in improving their personal and work-life balance.
Childcare/Eldercare Resources locators provide information about
personal and family care providers in Canada. This service provides
instant access to quality checklists, financial aid information, advice, and
more.
Interactive e-Learning Courses provides a variety of courses focusing on
health and wellness and a wide range of life skills.
Homeweb can help you manage everyday issues and life transitions. Expert
advice and resources are available on a variety of topics, including nutrition,
career planning, legal and financial assistance, pre-retirement planning, and
shift worker support.
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Bikram Yoga
Bikram yoga is the Original Hot yoga class. It consists of 26
postures and 2 breathing exercises practiced in a heated room
of around 40 degrees Celsius. The heat eases the muscles and
joints into the postures so you can stretch safely, and
encourages detoxification as you sweat through the skin. It is
suitable for everyone from beginners to advanced yoga practitioners, just do
what you can and take it at your own pace. New classes added to the
monthly membership: BYCV Barre & Hot HIIT!
Bikram Yoga offers:
A 10% discount on monthly membership
For full schedule visit their website: Bikram Yoga Comox Valley
BodyNetix
BodyNetix is a professional fitness training
establishment offering fit camp, personal training
and small group training. Each BodyNetix Boot Camp is a full body workout
combining cardio drills and strength training with core building and
bodyweight exercises. With over 27 weekly BodyNetix Boot Camps available,
you can pick and choose your classes to suit your schedule.
BodyNetix offers:
A 25% discount on limited monthly membership period ($82.00/month
reg. $110.00/month)
A 25% discount on unlimited monthly membership for unlimited classes
per month ($112.00/month reg. $150.00/month)
A 28% discount on small group training ($18.00/session reg. $25.00/
session)
For full schedule visit their website: Bodynetix
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Capoeira & Energia Athletics Comox Valley
Axé Capoeira is an Internationally established Grupo with over
30 years teaching Brazilian Martial arts in Canada. It is a
beautiful rhythmic art form involving self defense, music, song,
acrobatics and strategic play. Students of capoeira develop a
strong sense of self within a community of friends who embrace
& respect, health and family as a lifestyle. Inspired by an athletic lifestyle driven
by Capoeira owner; Alicia Fennel added Energia fitness to her brand offering
various innovative body-weight based classes & personal training.
Axe Capoeira & Energia Athletics Offer:
A 15% discount on adult Capoeira classes & 15% off personal training at
Energia
For full schedule visit their website: Capoeira Comox Valley, Energia or
Comox Community Centre
Comox Recreation offers Fitness Studio with equipment suitable for
all kinds of fitness exercises, squash/racquet courts, fitness
consultations and classes such as Spin, Zumba, Drumming, Boot
Camp, Yoga and much more.
Comox Community Centre offers:
A 20% discount on Fitness Studio
A 20% discount on punch card (limit one per person per year)
A 20% discount on fitness related programs
A 20% discount on squash bookings
A 20% discount on fitness consultations
For opening hours and schedules visit their website: Town of Comox
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Courtenay Recreation/Lewis Centre
Courtenay Recreation offer a state of the art wellness centre and a
variety of fitness classes and programs. The wellness centre features
professional assistance, drop-in flexibility and instructional programs.
Courtenay Recreation offers:
A 15% discount on programs (some restrictions may apply), access to
Wellness Centre, squash courts and the outdoor pool.
For opening hours and schedules visit their website: Courtenay Recreation
Curves and Curves-Jenny Craig
Curves is a facility specially designed for women
featuring a complete 30 minute workout. There are a
variety of benefits to strength training. It's a great stress
reliever, there can be an increase in bone density as
well as the integrity of your joints, just to name a few. A variety of classes are
available each month both lower impact as well as higher impact which
improve balance, stability and core strength.
Curves Comox and Curves-Jenny Craig Campbell River offer:
A 80% discount on enrolment fee ($19.00 reg. $99.00)
First month membership fee waived for a 12 month fitness program
For more information about their locations and opening hours visit their websites:
Curves Comox Curves Campbell River
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ELM Fitness Equilibrium Lifestyle Management is a professional
health and fitness company based in the Comox
Valley. At ELM, we train individuals for competition,
recreation and LIFE. At ELM we provide you with the
tools you need to reach your health and fitness goals. These tools include one on
one coaching, group training, online coaching, education, motivation and
resources to help you on your fitness journey. Your health goals are our goals
and we are here to help you succeed.
ELM offers:
A 10% discount on all group programs (contact ELM for discount code
prior to registering)
To view class schedule, visit their website: ELM, Facebook, or Instagram
Fitness Excellence Fitness Excellence is a friendly, supportive and positive
environment with state-of-the-art fitness equipment,
experienced personal trainers and multi-level fitness classes such as boot camp
and Zumba. Fitness Excellence offers weight training and cardio equipment. Their
very popular spin classes are a non-impact class that is done on indoor cycles, in
a group setting with an enthusiastic spin instructor leading the way with lively
music playing to get you going.
Fitness Excellence offers:
A 15% discount on membership (3, 6 and 12 month)
A 50% discount on enrolment fee (reg. $19.95)
Regular classes (Bootcamp and spin classes) included in membership.
To view class schedule, visit their website: Fitness Excellence
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Knockout Martial Arts
Knockout Martial Arts and Fitness is a place for the whole
family, with certified Muay Thai instructors their gym offers a
variety of classes suited for all ages and all fitness levels. With
emphasis on family they gear their School toward the
importance of working together to achieve a common goal. Whether you want
fitness, self-defense or competition they are there to help you achieve your
goals.
Knockout Martial Arts offers:
A 15% discount on membership
To view class schedule visit their website: Knockout Martial Arts
Mocean Yoga
Mocean yoga is a small community based
yoga studio located in Royston. We are
committed to empowering you to stand in your light and embody the fullest
expression of yourself through the subtle practise of yoga. We host yoga teacher
trainings, retreats, and classes on Vancouver Island and around the world.
Mocean Yoga offers:
First class is free & a 10% discount on your first 5 punch or 10 punch class
card
For more information about class times and location updates for summer classes
hosted ‘on the dock’ in Comox visit their website: www.moceanyoga.com
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Studio IPF: Inner Pursuit Fitness
At Studio IPF: Inner Pursuit Fitness, we are committed to
creating a positive experience that allows you to have fun,
reach your goals and get the most out of your precious time.
No matter your age, size or fitness level, you will feel
welcomed and accepted in our friendly, non-intimidating, community
atmosphere. With over 30 classes each week, in a variety of formats from group
fitness, TRX Training, boot camp, yoga, Pilates and Zumba, we have something
for everyBODY.
Studio IPF offers:
20% off IPF Challenges & 20% off Registered Pilates Programs
25% off the IPF One Month Trial Pass (for anyone new to the studio)
To view their schedule visit their website: Studio IPF or Facebook
Success Weight Loss
Success Weight Loss is an Independent Ideal Protein
Authorized Center that offers a weight loss method that is
a science based, medically designed protocol containing
2 components - weight loss and healthier lifestyle
education to assist you in maintaining your results after
you reach your weight loss goal. Success Weight Loss
provides clients with one-on-one support sessions and
encouragement to assist them in implementing lifelong changes that enhance
their well-being.
Success Weight Loss offers:
15% discount off the Start Up Package
25% discount (per person) off the Start Up Package when a group of 3 or
more people join together &10% discount on all Diabetic friendly products
For more info visit their website: Success Weight Loss or Facebook
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The Academy of Martial Arts & Fitness
The Academy of Martial Arts & Fitness is a safe and family
friendly training environment offering mixed martial arts
programs such as Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, Muay Thai kickboxing and
fitness. Their Comox Valley MMA Starter program gives you basics of stand-up
and ground fighting with well structured lessons to build your technique, skills
and fitness with the ultimate goal of making sure you have a solid start in the
martial arts.
The Academy of Martial Arts & Fitness offers:
A 20% discount on membership
To view their schedule visit their website: The Academy of Martial Arts & Fitness
Titanium CrossFit
Titanium CrossFit provides a high standard of elite fitness
training with knowledgeable training staff that utilize CrossFit
methodologies as well as bringing in other training methods
to help personalize workouts, making it a unique fitness
experience. CrossFit for beginners classes are available to teach the 9
foundational movements of CrossFit and focus on learning the movements,
building your confidence and working on the consistency of good technique.
Titanium CrossFit offers:
A 15% discount on unlimited CrossFit membership ($120.00/month regular.
$140.00/month)
To view their schedule visit their website: Titanium CrossFit
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V.I. Fitness
V.I. Fitness For Women provide their members
with access to a variety of Group Fitness
classes including Group Power along with access to a wide variety of strength
training equipment, free weights, stability equipment, and top of the line cardio
equipment.
V.I. Fitness Courtenay and Campbell River offer:
Up to 23% off a membership (includes a reduced fee for a 1 year or 2 year
option and a waived enrolment fee [Reg. $99.00])
For more information about their locations and opening hours visit their websites:
V.I. Fitness Courtenay
V.I. Fitness Campbell River
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Yoga at Ecole Robb Road Elementary School
Weekly yoga classes will be offered by Certified Yoga instructor Akiko Shima on
Mondays from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. in the “Fish Bowl” at Ecole Robb Road in Comox.
The practice includes pranayama (breathing practice), mindful movement as
well as asana (postures).
Fall session:
September 11 - December 18. No class on October 9 nor November 13. All 13
classes $117, Punch card $ 80 (for 8 classes), Drop-in $11.
Winter session:
January 15 - March 19. No class on February 12. All 9 classes $81, Punch card $
$50 (for 5 classes), Drop-in $11.
Spring session:
April 16 - June 25. No class on May 21. All 10 classes $90, Punch card $60 (for 6
classes), Drop-in $11.
If you have any questions, need additional information, or would like to register
please contact Akiko Shima directly at [email protected].
No experience required | Wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat.
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Yoga at Queenesh Elementary School
Weekly yoga classes will be offered by Catherine Reid , Registered Yoga Teacher
on Thursdays from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. in the Library at Queenesh Elementary. The
practice will help you develop strength and balance as well as flexibility, while
giving you tools for stress reduction.
Fall session:
September 14 (FREE CLASS) - December 14, 2017
All 13 classes $117.00, 9-Class Punch card $90.00. No drop-ins available but
payment plans are! Mat Rental $2.00.
Winter session:
January 11 - March 22, 2018
All 11 classes $99.00, 8-Class Punch card $80.00. Mat Rental $2.00. No drop-ins.
Spring session:
April 12 - June 14, 2018.
All 10 classes $90.00, 7-Class Punch card $70.00. No drop-ins. Mat Rental $2.00.
If you have any questions, need additional information, or would like to register
please contact Catherine Reid directly by visiting www.catherinereid.ca.
No experience required | Wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat.
~ You Deserve What Yoga Can Give You ~
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“Did You Know” is a Monthly E-Series that the W2W team emails to all
staff offering a variety of topics over the school year including but not
limited to: highlighting wellness partners who currently offer SD71
employees a discount, tips/tricks to stay healthy, and a variety of other
health and wellness topics to encourage living your best life!
...stay tuned to your SD71 email for the monthly e-series or view the
archive on the Employee Web Centre under “Work 2 Wellness”!
Interested in learning more about a specific health & wellness topic?
Email your suggestions to [email protected] and your topic
might be featured in an upcoming edition!
We want to hear from you! What would you like to see more of when it
comes to Work 2 Wellness! Your ideas & suggestions are welcomed!
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Codes Country Lanes
Codes Country Lanes is the
oldest bowling alley in BC.
We are a family oriented centre and offer a full range of bowling experiences.
Birthday parties , staff parties along with League bowling for all ages. Codes
Country Lanes is the place to come for a good time. We also have a snack bar
and the best coffee in town. Come by and say helllo.
Codes Country Lanes offer:
To view their schedule visit their website: Codes Country Lanes
Comox Valley Sports & Social
Club
The Comox Valley Sports & Social
Club offers adults a variety of
recreational sports leagues, tournaments and social events that get people out
of the house and having fun. The Comox Valley Sports & Social Club is a proud
sponsor of SD71’s Work 2 Wellness Program - kindly offering prizes for upcoming
Wellness Challenges - stay tuned!!
To view their schedule visit their website: Comox Valley Sports & Social Club
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Comox Valley Kayaks &
Canoes
Comox Valley Kayaks and Canoes has been in operation in Courtenay since
1991. Over the years we have evolved to become one of the premier kayaking
shops on the West Coast. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, we have
the expertise to help you get on the water - with a lesson, a boat rental, or a
boat purchase. We are proud to carry a variety of quality brands of kayaks,
canoes, SUPs, and gear.
Comox Valley Kayaks & Canoes offer:
A 15% discount on rentals
To view their schedule visit their website: Comox Valley Kayaks & Canoes
Compass Adventure
Compass Adventure has been
providing quality instruction and
coaching making water sports fun and easy to learn for everyone in the valley
since 1994. Compass Adventure offers programs, camps, rentals, and lessons,
including an incredible week long Ocean Adventure Camp for kids, lessons in
stand up paddle boarding, catamaran sailing, kayaking, slack-lining, beach
games & more!
Compass Adventure offers:
A 15% discount on all adult programs and 10% off all kids camps
To view their schedule visit their website: Compass Adventure, Facebook, or
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Crown Isle Resort & Golf Community
Crown Isle's Clubhouse is the centre of the
Resort, with conference spaces and catering
facilities for groups of all sizes, the Timber
Room Bar & Grill, Golf Shop and Fitness Centre. Our Platinum-rated golf course is
playable for golfers at all skill levels. With a driving range, practice greens and
PGA of Canada certified instructors, you can bring your game to the next level.
Crown Isle Golf Community offers:
A 10% discount on green fees year round
To view their schedule visit their website: Crown Isle Resort, Facebook, or
Miracle Beach Mini Golf
Enjoy 18 holes of exciting Mini
Golf on our newly renovated
course. Remember, a hole-in-one at the 18th hole wins you a FREE Mini-Golf Pass!
Come join us for a great cup of coffee or try one of our 16 flavours of Island
Farms ice cream. Relax in our comfy warm newly remodelled clubhouse or soak
up the lovely morning sun on our large back deck. We are wheelchair accessible
and located at 8667 Old Island Highway just north of Hamm Rd about 25
kilometres north of Courtenay.
Miracle Beach Mini Golf offers:
$1.00 off our regular pricing for all School District 71 employees.
For more information visit their website: Miracle Beach Mini Golf or Facebook
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West Coast Water Sports
West Coast Water Sports was established in
2014 with one mission: to bring a high quality
water sports equipment rental service to the Comox Valley area. Are you
looking for a fun way to explore Comox Lake? Come to West Coast Water Sports
and rent from our wide selection of water sport rentals. Whether you are a first
time paddler or you have a love for the sport, come out and get on the water
and have some fun in the sun.
West Coast Water Sports offers:
A 10% discount on rentals
To view their schedule visit their website: West Coast Water Sports or call 250-465-
9378
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Fireworx Glass Studio
Connecting art, craft and creative minds through
various fused glass classes & workshops! At
Fireworx you can learn the process of glass cutting,
the use of glass powders, melting glass stringers
and explore different options of colour
combinations. All projects will be fired in a kiln.
Various workshops are offered including: Garden
Art, Plates and Bowls, Wall art & more!
Fireworx Glass Studio offers:
A 10% discount on all adult classes
For more info visit their website: Fireworx, Facebook, or Instagram
Kelly Cat & Kay Bird Art Studio
Kelly Cat and Kay Bird Art Studio (KCKB) is
very excited to offer classes, workshops, and
camps to the people of Comox Valley. In
addition to having
traditional classes that focus on a medium or theme, we offer Expressive Art
sessions, classes and summer camps that combine visual arts with music,
creative writing, music, yoga, exploring nature and much more! Registration can
be done online or in-person at our Comox location.
Kelly Cat & Kay Bird Art Studio offers:
A 15% discount on all adult classes
For more info visit their website: KCKB, Facebook, or Instagram
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Lupine Art Studio
A local hub for creative art making in the
Comox Valley, Lupine strives to be a space
for all artists whether novice or advanced.
Our goal is to teach you a range of
techniques and mediums and then encourage you to take risks and just try it
out! We all KNOW that anyone can create art and, more importantly, that
creating art is good for the soul. Offering painting, clay, drawing, mixed media,
special events & more, you can be sure to nurture your creative spirit at Lupine!
Lupine Art Studio offers:
A 15% discount on all regular priced adult art classes
For more info visit their website: Lupine Art Studio, Facebook, or Instagram
The Spool Sewing Studio
The Spool is all about engaging the community through a
passion for sewing. We teach, we facilitate making, we
joke and make tea. We make sewing fun and accessible,
whether you want to hem your pants, start a hobby, make
all your clothes or start a business. The Spool is an inclusive
space for the Comox Valley to gather, stitch and make
bad puns. Offering adult classes, private lessons, parties,
drop-in studio time, and more!
The Spool Sewing Studio offers:
A 25% discount on all adult classes
For more info visit their website: The Spool Sewing Studio, Facebook, or Instagram
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The Sid Williams Theatre
To view their schedule visit their website: The Sid Williams Theatre Society,
Facebook, or Twitter
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Comox Valley
Acupuncture
Dr. Michelle Hughes, BA, Dr.
Traditional Chinese Medicine, Fellow of the American Board of Oriental
Reproductive Medicine offers services through Comox Valley Acupuncture &
Traditional Chinese Medicine. The Clinic uses the modalities of acupuncture,
herbal, medicine, nutrition and lifestyle advice to improve your health. Reduce
stress, boost the immune system, relieve pain, sleep better, with acupuncture and
Chinese medicine.
Comox Valley Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine offers:
A $10.00 discount on the initial acupuncture visit, a 90-minute consultation
which includes acupuncture, nutrition and lifestyle counselling.
For more information visit their website: Comox Valley Acupuncture
Madrona Wellness Centre
Madrona Wellness Centre offers counselling and Bio Energetic
Synchronization Technique (BEST) sessions with Megan Barnett.
Megan is a Master Practitioner in Counselling Psychology and
Certified Counselling Therapist as well as an Elite Diplomate as a Bio Energetics
Practitioner.
Madrona Wellness Centre offers:
A 20% discount on one-hour counselling sessions
A 20% discount on Bio-Energetic Synchronization Technique (30 minutes
and 1 hour)
For more information visit their website: Madrona Wellness Centre
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Dr. Deidre Macdonald, B.A., N.D.
Dr. Macdonald provides lasting solutions
to people with chronic health problems,
pain, stress, weight issues, digestive problems, hormone issues and more. She
provides thorough medical assessments and treatments that address the
underlying cause of health issues with the goal of creating long term health.
Laser therapy for pain relief is offered as well as a comprehensive and effective
laser quit smoking program.
Macdonald Centre offers:
A $10.00 discount on initial and follow-up visits
A $25.00 discount on in-house allergy testing
A $50.00 discount on laser quit smoking program
A 15% discount on natural medicine
For more information visit their website: Macdonald Centre *Naturopathic services are covered with limitations under the SD71 Extended Health Plan.
SpiritFirst Healing Touch
The primary goal of Healing Touch is for you and
the practitioner to align with your body’s natural
ability, desire and impulse to heal. The Healing
Touch practitioner allows herself to be a conduit for the natural healing energy
that surrounds and interpenetrates you. Energy is directed where it needs to go
for balance, deep relaxation and healing.
SpiritFirst Healing Touch offers:
A $10.00 discount on initial and follow-up ‘Healing Touch’ visits
For more information visit their website: SpiritFirst Healing Touch
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Articles & Guides that highlight Self-Care:
8 Dimensions of Self Care
Coping & Self-Care
Financial Self-Care
Self Care Tips
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Cardero’s Cafe
Cardero’s has fresh organic, and local ‘where-ever
possible’ food; panini’s, scratch made soups and
bread, fresh pastries all baked on site in our tiny little
kitchen. Come try our Organic Fair Trade Coffee and Silk Road Teas.
Cardero’s Cafe offers:
A 10% discount on food & drink items
To get updates and see what's new visit their Facebook page: Cardero’s Cafe
Edible Island
Located in the Heart of Downtown Courtenay, Edible
Island provides nutrition-conscious shoppers a complete
and extensive selection of organic whole foods, organic
produce, local breads, baked goods and meats, all the
groceries, household cleaning options, plus quality
supplements and fabulous bodycare alternatives. Edible Island is open 7 days a
week.
Edible Island offers:
A 20% discount on health workshops held at Edible Island. Topics vary but
are set up to educate and teach various ways to improve health through
better diets.
To view their opening hours & upcoming workshops visit their website: Edible
Island, Facebook, Instagram or Twitter
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Fresh Slice Pizza
Fresh Slice is delighted to support the community and
committed to using farm fresh product (when possible)!
Choose from our delicious meat, mixed, chicken &
vegetarian options, give em’ a try, your taste buds will thank
you!
Fresh Slice Pizza offers:
A 10% discount on regular priced pizzas
To view their Comox and Courtenay Locations hours of operations visit their
website: Fresh Slice Pizza
Mudsharks Coffee Bar
Mudsharks is located in the heart of Downtown Courtenay
and has the best patio in town. We are a locally family
owned and operated community café. In addition to hot
and iced coffee and espresso options, smoothies, and
other drinks....we have an incredible menu of in-house
freshly made sandwiches, wraps, burritos, salads, quiche, and so much more. Of
course, don't forget the fresh made muffins, cakes, brownies, and other goodies.
Mudsharks Coffee Bar offers:
10% discount on food & drink items, as well as 2 for 1 espresso based drinks
between 3:00 and 5:00PM!
To view their opening hours visit their website: Mudsharks Coffee Bar, Facebook,
or Twitter
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Rawthentic Eatery
Rawthentic Eatery offers a diverse menu with refreshing smoothies,
juices and decadent desserts where they use selected raw vegan
organic ingredients to achieve optimum flavour.
Rawthentic Eatery Courtenay offers:
A 10% discount on menu items made by Rawthentic Eatery
To view their opening hours visit their website: Rawthentic Eatery
Panago Pizza
At Panago, we believe in quality that’s
worth sharing. That’s why we offer a full
range of organic juices, dough made
fresh daily in-store, 100% Canadian wheat and cheese, as well as ingredients
free of artificial colours and flavours. With over 35+ delicious recipe pizzas to
choose from, order a recipe pizza or create your own!
Panago Pizza – Courtenay Location offers:
A 25% discount on pick-up orders from September to June 29th, 2018
To view their opening hours visit their website: Panago Pizza
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The Prime Chophouse & Wine Bar
The Prime Chophouse & Wine Bar has so
much more to offer aside from their amaz-
ing steaks. They not only have the Dining Room, they have an attractive Patio &
Lounge area equipped with 9 Big Screen TV’s.
If you are looking for something a little more Private they have two large rooms
able to seat up to 60 people. Perfect for a private Birthday Parties, Family Cele-
brations, Business Meetings or Conference Rooms. They come fully equipped
with their own sound system and Projector screens.
Prime Chophouse Offers:
SD71 Everyday Specials from 3-5pm: Prime Pale Ale or Lager - $5.00 and Prime
Red or White Wine - $6.00 as well as a range of appetizers priced from $4.50-$11.
To view their opening hours visit their website: Prime Chophouse
Seeds Food Market
Seeds Food Market is an affordable and convenient Green
Grocer located in the heart of Cumberland. They are commit-
ted to reduce ecological footprint by supporting local growers
and food manufacturers.
Seeds Food Market offers:
A 15% off punch card for 5 different visits on all products except meat and
dairy.
To view their opening hours visit their website: Seeds Food Market
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Yummies & Gyros Greek Café
Courtenay's ONLY Authentic Greek
Café! Locally owned and operated
since 1999 - eat in or we deliver!! A healthy fast food option for people on the go
& kids love it too!
Our main yummy products are GYROS served with Tzatziki Sauce and DONAIRS
served with East Coast Sweet Sauce.
Falafels for vegetarians and also new to our menu are Gluten Free Rice Wraps.
Our Beef & Lamb is cut off the spit right in front of you and your Gyros or Donair is
custom made for you with our homemade sauces and fresh vegetables.
Yummies & Gyros Courtenay offers:
A 10% discount on menu items
To view their opening hours visit their website: Yummies & Gyros or Facebook
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Articles & Guides to help you eat right & stay active:
Eating Well with Canada’s Food Guide
Get Healthy with the Heart & Stroke Foundation
Healthy Eating by Dietitians of Canada
Nutrition & Fitness by Canadian Cancer Society
Gov’t of Canada: Tips to Get Active
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Blush Aveda Salon & Spa
Blush Salon and Spa is an oasis of comfort and specialized
beauty treatments following the Aveda concept. We have
been providing the highest level of personal service and
attention for over 10 years. Our professional Hair designers,
Estheticians and Body Specialists enjoy advancing their skills
and bringing to you the benefits of their continued education. Through this, Blush
offers the highest quality of professional knowledge and standard of service.
Blush Salon & Spa offers:
A 15% discount on all regular priced services
To view products and services visit the Blush Facebook Page or call: 250-334-
9854
Cherry Wine Fashions
Cherry Wine Fashions is all about looking and feeling great
everyday and everywhere! We are inspired to dress women
who want to look and feel their best no matter what they are
doing. We have a large selection of jeans, tops and dresses
perfect for work or pleasure. We carry sizes 4-12 or 25-32.
Cherry Wine Fashions offers:
A 10% discount on all regular priced items
To view items & brands visit their website Cherry Wine Fashions, Facebook, or
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Chatters Salon in Courtenay
Chatters is the leader in the beauty
industry in Canada. We're proud to offer
the largest selection of professional haircare products and salon services all
under one roof. Looking for a style change? Our stylists are trained with the latest
style techniques and hair trends straight from the runway. Chatters Salon
Courtenay is locally owned & operated and we’re open seven days a week.
Chatters Salon in Courtenay offers:
A 10% discount on Retail purchase
A 10% discount on Regular Priced Haircuts
**Discount available ONLY at the Courtenay Chatters Location.
To view items & brands visit their website Chatters Salon or Instagram
Extreme Runners
Extreme Runners is a technical running/walking
store with the goal of providing active people with
appropriate footwear and clothing. Our staff have
a range of running and walking experience at all levels, and considerable
experience in fitting all foot types with quality running and walking shoes. We are
your local destination store for footwear for running and walking.
Extreme Runners offers:
SD71 Loyalty Program: every dollar spent is a point and 150 points is
rewarded with a $10 in-store credit
For more information about their opening hours visit their website: Extreme
Runners
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Kingfisher Oceanside Resort & Spa
The Pacific Mist Spa located at the Kingfisher
Resort welcomes you. Our spa therapies and
signature services focus on the rich ingredients of
the sea and reflect our unique west coast
surroundings. Enjoy a signature service to enhance your overall well being. At
the Kingfisher, it’s all about YOU!!
Pacific Mist Hydropath at Kingfisher Oceanside Resort & Spa offers:
Buy 3 Hydropaths and Get the 4th Free: Must be booked in groups of 4
people at the same Hydropath service time. Valid: Monday-Thursday.
Valid September 5th, 2017 to June 28th, 2018. Blackout dates & restrictions
apply. Quote: SD71 when booking.
For more information visit their website Kingfisher Resort, Facebook, or Twitter
Kradles 2 Kidz
Kradles 2 Kidz is proud to offer you two great
locations. Our first is located in the heart of
downtown Courtenay and offers unique gifts,
accessories, clothing and shoes for babies and children up to size 16 by Dex,
Mayoral, TOMS, Tegu Toys and more! At our 2nd location, next to Home Depot,
we carry maternity, carriers, gear and all the essentials for baby. We make it easy
to “Spoil Someone Special.” Hours: Mon.-Sat. 10-5:30, Sunday 12-4.
Kradles 2 Kidz offers:
A 10% discount on regular priced items
For more information visit their website: Kradles 2 Kidz, Facebook or Instagram
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Mountain City Cycles
Since 1998, we have been a one-stop shop
for bike repairs and sales in the Comox Valley.
From bike racks, to helmets, to street clothing,
we have all of the gear you need. In addition to gear, we carry a plethora of
bike parts and brands, including Giant, Liv, and Devinci - just to name a few!
Come into the shop for a free estimate on any repair or tune up.
Mountain City Cycle offers:
A 10% discount on parts, clothing & accessories
To view their products & services visit their website: Mountain City Cycle or
OhSpa at the Old House Hotel
Our spa is a sanctuary created for relaxation and
well-being. Nestled on the banks of the Courtenay
River, at the Old House Hotel, OhSpa offers an
escape right in the heart of the Comox Valley.
Escape with a custom Éminence Organics Facial; release your tension with a
Relaxation Massage; or brighten your day with an OPI pedicure. All of us at
OhSpa enjoy bringing wellness and balance to the minds and bodies of our
clients. We love what we do and believe you will too!
The OhSpa offers:
20% off Services at OhSpa *Valid Monday-Thursday. Excluding RMT.
Subject to availability at time of booking. Cannot be combined with any
other offer.
For more information visit their website: OhSpa or Facebook Page
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Free Office 365 for Personal Use
Office 365 is available for all staff to download
on up to 5 personal devices (including Mac) at
no cost.
Steps to Download:
To login, go to the SD71 website, click on
Utility Links in the upper left corner then click
the Office 365 link.
Username: your district email address
Password: your email password
Click “Install Office 2016” in the top right
corner
If you have any questions or inquiries, please contact the IT Help Desk:
[email protected] or 250-338-1425
Great Canadian Oil Change
Receive fast, no appointment, warranty
approved oil change and maintenance
services using Valvoline and other great
products.
The Great Canadian Oil Change in Courtenay offers:
10% discount on all services
For more information visit their website: Great Canadian Oil Change
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Financial
Daily Dime - Financial Wellness Blog
My Money Coach
Your Financial Toolkit
Healthy living
BC Healthy Living Blog
Canadian Cancer Society 1-888-939-3333
Health Canada
Healthy Families BC
Heart and Stroke
My Good Health
Men Quit Now
Quit now 1-877-455-2233
Smokers’ helpline
8 Dimensions of Self Care
Mental Wellness
Anxiety BC 1-604-620-0744
Canadian Mental Health Association
Island Health Crisis Line 1-888-494-3888
Mental health and substance use information 310-6789 (dial # as is, no 250
needed)
“Mental Health: It’s everyone's issue” by Dr. Marie-Helene Pelletier
Mental Illness Happy Hour—Podcast & Blog
Health Strategies for Men
Supportive Minds Blog
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Nutrition
Budget Bytes
Canadian Diabetes Association
Canada’s Food Guide
Dairy Goodness
Dieticians of Canada
Food Safety
My Food Guide
Physical Activity
Physical Activity Line 8-1-1 (When you call 8-1-1 you will be connected
with a health services navigator who can connect you with health services
across BC)
Physical Activity: Strengthening Diversity in BC
Physical Activity Resource Centre
Public Health Agency of Canada
Spiritual Wellness
Free Guided Meditations
Headspace
Reaching Spiritual Wellness
Spirit Magazine
The Healthy Mind Platter
Yoga Directory Canada
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Stay Tuned for upcoming Work 2 Wellness Challenges & Events by
checking your SD71 email!
Upcoming W2W Challenges & Events:
December 2017: “12 Days of Fitmas”:
Each school day for 12 days, starting Friday, December 1, there will be
a health & wellness activity to complete and activity log to keep track
of your participation! This challenge is meant to be completely
voluntary and encourage living a healthy & balanced life leading up
to & during the holiday season!
January 2018: “Learn to Run Series”:
If you’ve never run before, or if you’ve not done any running for 3
months or longer, then this is the program for you! Over 13 weeks you
will notice a gradual progression in which the walking time decreases
as the running time slowly increases, so that by the end of 13 weeks you
will be prepared to walk or run a 10k! The goal of this LEARN TO RUN
series is to improve your health & wellness while engaging with co-
workers & colleagues from SD71 outside of work hours! ALL FITNESS
LEVELS WELCOME!
April 2018: TC10K Run in Victoria, BC:
Work 2 Wellness is hopeful to create a SD71 Team to participate in the
Annual TC10K walk/run in Victoria, BC on Sunday, April 29th! Stay tuned
for more details!
Wishing you work-life wellness in the pursuit of living your best life and
maximizing personal potential in all that you do.
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Where health is the destination, wellness is the journey
December 2017