At MIALS, our mission is to create a thriving, age-friendly community. For over 20 years we have assisted Mayne Island residents to age in place and to enhance their quality of life by staying active, independent, socially engaged and integrated within our community.
Our commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment has led us to develop a wide range of programs and services tailored to the unique needs of our community. We strive to continually adapt and innovate, ensuring our initiatives remain relevant and effective in addressing the evolving challenges faced by elder members of our community.
Here’s a quick peek at some popular Programs offered by MIALS. For a complete list of our Services and Programs please click the menu button at the top of this page.
You can RSVP or ask for more information by email info@mials.org or call (250) 213-6191.
Every Wednesday 1 PM – 3 PM
Mayne Island Community Center
Offers a variety of creative projects and activities for mental and physical well being with Mayne Island friends and neighbours. Includes movie days and field trips. No cost.
1st and 3rd Thursday Noon
Mayne Island Community Center
Join Sue Duncan and the Lunch Bunch gang for amazing meals, meet new people and enjoy interesting guest speakers from the community. Suggested donation per meal.
2nd and 4th Thursdays 1:30PM
Mayne Island Community Center
We have teamed up with MIHCA to offer two support groups. Care Receiver Support is a unique program that offers peer led discussion and incorporates Expressive Art Therapy offerings. MIHCA runs the Care Giver Support Group on the same dates and time. No cost.
Every Tuesday
Village Bay Ferry Terminal
Fun filled bus trip to Sidney and Victoria every Tuesday for medical appointments, tests, shopping, swimming or just exploring. See bus page for fares and seat reservation.
Reserve online or call: (250) 213 6191
MIALS is a volunteer based program, developed in 2004 by Mayne Islanders who envisioned a way of life where neighbours are helping neighbours. Connecting those in need of assistance with our group of volunteers that are willing and able to offer that level of assistance – to enhance their quality of life, to stay active, independent, and integrated in their community.
We are a non-profit organization and could use your support. Here is how you can help!
MIALS is made possible because of our strong volunteer team. There are many opportunities to become involved with our services and programs. The amount of time you volunteer is flexible – helping with a weekly program or just occasionally when needed or at a special event such as a fundraiser. Please join us. You’ll have fun, meet great people and make a difference!
The voice of the community plays an integral role in our capacity to serve Mayne Island. MIALS annual membership is just per person or per family. Membership gives you a vote at the AGM. You will also receive our email newsletters and your membership fee will support our many programs.
MIALS is grateful to receive donations from individuals and island organizations. These funds are needed in tandem with government grants so we can continue to provide programs and services to Mayne Island residents. There are many easy ways you can donate. Tax receipts are issued for donations of or more.
We are here to help. Please fill in the contact form, send us an email at info@mials.org or call (250) 213-6191. Any communication with us will be kept confidential.
MIALS acknowledges that all residents of S,ḴŦAK, also known as Mayne Island, live and work on the ancestral, traditional, and unceded gathering place of the many Coast Salish Peoples who have called this island home from time immemorial. We are honoured to live in a place with such a rich and meaningful history.
