Literacy Kits are available to providers and families through your local library. The kits are theme-based and cover a wide variety of topics such as Wild Animals, Pirates, Things That Go, Force and Motion, Divorce, and Yoga. Each kit comes in a backpack or plastic tote and contains books, CDs, DVDs, and/or toys. They can be borrowed from any of our branches for three weeks. Cultural Literacy Kits focus on specific cultures, including Coast Salish, Métis, Korean and Arabic and many more. Cultural Literacy Kits are designed to help parents, caregivers and educators engage with their children through books, songs and games – all in their own language and about their own culture!

We have entered a new political climate—one which brings unprecedented opportunity for transformative, systemic change for Indigenous peoples. In realizing First Nations inherent rights to self-determination and governance, a National First Nations ELCC Policy Framework builds upon the work and achievements of the last two decades. This is being accomplished by enhancing, expanding, and supporting innovation within existing Indigenous early learning and child care (IELCC) programs and supporting communities or regions where there are no programs and services, or where they are severely underfunded. For general inquiries call 604-913-9128

We are so excited! The new bus has arrived. The bus will be used to transport children in our summer and after school programs . Variety – The Children’s Charity of BC awarded the 24 passenger van with two wheelchair accessibility spaces at 50% of the cost. Our goal is to raise and additional $70,000 with our “KICK START The Bus” fundraiser. Thank you for the first $2,000 donation from the students at Shawnigan Lake School and to Island Ford Superstore who are generously matching their donation. To make a donation call 250.597.4135 x 104 or visit our website.

An excess of free radicals and oxidants is caused by exposure to toxins, pollution, junk food, physical and mental stress. By consuming antioxidants that we get from fruits and vegetables, we can combat oxidative stress and rebuild cells. In addition to diet and lifestyle management, here are some excellent supplements to consider:1) Vitamin C – any form, 2) Greens powder and add some berries too, 3) NAC- N-acetyl-cysteine is used by the body to build antioxidants, 4) Vitamin E- a fat-soluble antioxidant, 5)Selenium – very deficient in our soils, so worthwhile supplementing. Very protective of cells, and an important anti-carcingenic.

We are exposed to noise on a dialy basis that can contribute to hearing loss. The risk of damaging your hearing increases with the sound intensity, not the loudness of the sound, which is measured in decibels (dB). Examples of everyday activities, and their corresponding decibel levels: •Normal conversation – 60 dB, •City traffic (from inside car)-80-85 dB, •Listening to music on your smartphone, especially at maximum volume-105–110 dB, •Standing beside/near sirens-120 dB.
Noise above 85 dB over a prolonged period may start to damage your hearing. Learn how to protect your hearing health by visiting NexGenHearing.com.

Looking for work can be overwhelming. The search often causes confusion and struggle leading to less than satisfactory decisions fueled by desperation. So how can you use your time and energy wisely? Begin with you… who are you, what is your story, where do you see yourself? These things matter because they are what drive you to success. When looking inward at your skills, interests, values, and personal style coupled with information from formal assessments, a true picture of self will start to emerge, and a path to a fulfilling career will become more clear. We can help. Read more on our website.

Remedy’s Rx pharmacy offers a compliance package, a free service, for all of your routine medications. The pharmacy prepares all your routine medications to be received all at once during your medication pick-up appointment or through delivery. With blister packs, potential issues such as side effects, drug interactions, and adding or removing medications can be better monitored and managed. The Remedy’sRx mobile app, diem® health helps you manage your medications, anytime, anywhere. Benefits include:* Faster fills or refills for either pick-up or delivery, *Manage all your family’s health needs with a single account, *Use a photo to easily add new prescriptions and *Information about your prescription medication.

This month, the Clements Centre is starting a “KICK START The Bus” promotion with Island Ford Superstore to raise money for programs and services for children in the Cowichan Valley. Call 250-746-4135 to make a donation. See our website for upcoming events and stay tuned for more details on how you can help.

The Clements Centre is so excited to be the recipients of a new Sunshine Coach from Variety Children’s Charity to replace our older Van. This new 24 seat vehicle will be used primarily by the Clements Children Family Support Program to take children on fun adventures in their after school program and for transport during summer/spring break camps. Be sure to wave when you see them in our shiny new Bus!