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The standard for easing the burden of prostate cancer by providing unbiased and understandable medical information and support on prostate cancer and prostate health issues. The centre emphasizes the importance of early detection and is dedicated to prevention and research of prostate cancer. Currently, 1 in 6 will be diagnosed with prostate cancer, the leading type of cancer in men. In 2009, approximately 25,500 Canadian men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer (1,600 more than last year), and about 4,400 will die from it (100 more than last year). It is the most common form of cancer diagnosed in men (27 per cent of all cancer cases), and the third leading cause of cancer death (11 per cent of all cancer deaths). It is estimated that 694 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer on Vancouver Island, with 120 men dying from the disease.

The mission of The Salvation Army, as an international movement is an evangelical branch of the Christian Church. It's message is based on the Bible; it's ministry is motivated by love for God and a practical concern for the needs of humanity. It's mission is to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ, supply basic human needs, provide personal counseling and undertake the spiritual and moral regeneration and physical rehabilitation of all persons in need who come within it's sphere of influence regardless of race, color, creed, gender, sexual orientation, or age. In Nanaimo,our Non Profit Thrift Stores are a pivotal part of our fundraising efforts in that the monies raised in our stores help provide the many resources that enable us to offer food, shelter, clothing and much more to the less fortunate of our city. For example our New Hope Kitchen at 19 Nichol Street served over 90,000 hot meals to the hungry in 2016.

The James Bay Community Project's mission is to build healthy, inclusive community in James Bay and beyond by operating and facilitating programs and services that support families, youth, seniors and individuals and groups.Learn MoreWe're here for healthThe Victoria Youth Clinic is part of the James Bay Community Project and provides health education and support for youth aged 12 24.Other health service providers, who are independent of JBCP, are housed in the building.

In 1972 Bishop Remi J. De Roo of the Diocese of Victoria met with the General Chapter of the Federation of St. Gertrude and requested, ''that the Benedictines return to Vancouver Island so that their spirituality might be shared with the people in the area

Place of worship for the whole family our mission is to know Christ and make him known. Fax 18669181028