Category: clothing
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Risebridge offers community support
We are so fortunate that Marnie Boers, a Director with Risebridge, made time to answer questions from PAN about their Fall 2025 operations. 1. Tell us about your drop-in times. Where are they, when are they, and what kind of support is provided to people who attend? Community drop-in times…
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Ministry Crisis Supplements: Access and Use
Crisis supplements are a valuable tool for people on Income Assistance and PWD (Provincial Disability).It’s helpful to be aware of what you are eligible for. Everyone’s experience is different. I have had significant success applying regularly for crisis supplements through the Self Serve online portal (you can also apply over…
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What is Shoes for You?
This week, I had the pleasure of connecting with my friend Kim Coulthard, the founder of Shoes for You. Kim’s organization supports people in crisis in Nanaimo by offering free seasonally appropriate footwear. However, Kim doesn’t simply hand out shoes. She gets to know her clients, and professionally fits them…
Poverty Advocacy Nanaimo 