What You Came Here Looking For Is Waiting for You
Credit: Glenda King “This island’s greatest treasures aren’t found on any map.” When you first set foot on Mayne Island, what called out to you?…
Category: Blogs
Making Emma and Felix Jack Park Accessible for All: A Community Conversation
Credit: J-D Cusin Emma and Felix Jack Park holds a special place in the heart of our island community. As the site of important Indigenous…
The Power of Peace Circles
Credit: Cliff Grassmick/Digital First Media/Boulder Daily Camera via Getty Images With so many crises unfolding around the world and lingering tensions even on our island,…
Alternative Housing on Mayne: RVs and Tiny Homes on Wheels
Credit Erin Hybart A Local Approach to Sustainable Housing Solutions Housing remains one of the biggest constraints on Mayne Island’s development. With home prices rising…
The Free Program That Reverses Diabetes
Credit: Pavel Danilyuk Mayne Island is a vibrant community, but with an average age 20 years older than the rest of British Columbia, we face…
Connecting Generations: How Volunteering Brings Mayne Island Families and Seniors Together
On Saturday November 16th we had a community workshop about community sustainability. A common theme emerged about how attendees felt that Mayne Island felt very…
Changing Our Sponsor Organization
The Mayne Island Collective’s Transition to the SGI Neighbourhood House as Sponsor. The Mayne Island Collective (MI Collective) is excited to announce an important transition…
Do We Have a Water Problem?
A recent Facebook rant about illegal Airbnbs and how vacationers disregard the island’s limited water access reminded me of an insightful Islands Trust webinar, 2024…
Are Your Teeth Feeling a Little Angry?
With COVID, a lot of people have neglected their teeth. Are your teeth giving you trouble? Are you worried about the cost? Ready for some…
Affordable Housing on Mayne Island
Affordable housing is crucial for preserving Mayne Island’s economic stability, social diversity, and cultural heritage. Rising housing costs make it increasingly difficult for essential workers,…
How can I take care of my whole self and access health and wellbeing care on Mayne?
Self-care is defined as taking care of your mind, body and soul – your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual aspects of your life — to…
Dealing With Cancer Treatment
In today’s digital age, we’re inundated with information from social media and the internet. However, knowing where to look and what to look for can…
Embracing Our Support Services
Here’s hoping this letter finds you all well and thriving. Today, let’s talk about a matter close to all our hearts—the strength and health of…
Welcome to the Mayne Island Collective!
Mayne Island stands at a pivotal moment. As a rural and remote community, we face significant challenges: an aging population with limited access to health…