Informational Resources

Sliding scale

Not sure what to pay on the sliding scale? Use the below image from Worts & Cunning Apothecary as a reference!

Evidence based birth

A paid resource hub of all things related to birth! They offer evidence-based information to support parents make informed decisions.

Postpartum progress new parent mental health checklist

Free downloadable pdfs in 8 languages.

Postpartum Support International (PSI)

PSI offers 50+ online support groups, including supports for BIPOC, Trans & Queer, and Neurodiverse folks and supports for Dads.

Local Community Resources

Doulas for Aboriginal Families Grant Program

A doula program that provides Indigenous families living in BC up to $1,200.00 (maximum) of coverage for full spectrum doula support with each pregnancy.

Crisis Response, Community Led (CRCL)

CRCL is a mobile, community-led service that provides mental health support to people 13 years and older who are experiencing a mental health crisis.

Vancouver Island Crisis Line

A 24/7 Crisis Line that provides short-term nonjudgemental support, crisis intervention, information, and resources.

VictimLinkBC

VictimLinkBC is a toll-free, confidential, multilingual service available across B.C. and the Yukon 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and can be accessed by calling or texting 1-800-563-0808 or sending an email to 211-VictimLinkBC@uwbc.ca. It provides information and referral services to all victims of crime and immediate crisis support to victims of family and sexual violence, including victims of human trafficking exploited for labour or sexual services.

Abortion Doula Collective

A collective of abortion doulas and support practitioners who offer free abortion related support and care.

Nesting Doula Collective

A collective of BIPOC doulas for BIPOC families. Offers subsidized birth support services.

Victoria Women’s Transition House

A nonprofit organization that offers support and crisis services to women who have survived or is currently experiencing domestic violence.

Victoria Sexual Assault Centre

A nonprofit organization that offers support and crisis services to survivors of sexualized violence.

Anti-Violence Project Men’s Circle

Weekly free circles at the University of Victoria Student Union Building for men and masculine identifying people to build community and receive support.