Press Releases

Not all the Throbbing Rhythms are on Stage at Pemberton Festival

Jessica Peart — Mon, 21 Jul 2008 13:29:16 -0700

If you're heading out to the Pemberton Festival this weekend, do you have all the supplies you need to make sure some in-tents experiences aren't overly intense?

Ladysmith Open Door Clinic Closes

Wed, 17 Oct 2007 11:03:04 -0700

Ladysmith Sexual Health Clinic Closes, VIHA Youth Clinic Opens

After 11 years of service to the community of Ladysmith, the Open Door Clinic (the community branch of Options for Sexual Health) is preparing to confidently hand the provision of local sexual health services over to the Vancouver Island Health Authority.

Including Plan B in Plan A

Wed, 08 Aug 2007 10:30:47 -0700

Keeping Emergency Contraception On Hand

Guys, do you have a back-up handy for your "wardrobe malfunction"?

"Condoms can be very effective protection against the risk of pregnancy, but when one breaks or slips off, a responsible, caring guy should have a plan - Plan B", says Greg Smith, the Executive Director of Options for Sexual Health (OPT).

Letter to Dan Savage

Thu, 14 Jun 2007 10:36:23 -0700

Dan,

We are the nurses who provide comprehensive sexual health information through the Facts of Life Line at Options for Sexual Health in BC, and we are avid readers of your column. We'd like to add to your response to Frigid Frustrated Fool.

Plan B Prescription Free

Thu, 31 May 2007 10:44:40 -0700

Emergency Contraceptive Pill Plan B Now Available without a Prescription In BC

Two years after Health Canada approved the use of the emergency contraceptive pill Plan B for sale directly from pharmacies without a prescription, Options for Sexual Health is pleased to hear that British Columbia is finally following the federal recommendation.

Catch it if You Can!

Tue, 06 Feb 2007 09:58:40 -0800

New Virus Released for Valentines Day — (A Good Virus That Is)

Here's something contagious you won't mind catching this Valentine's Day! Instead of the usual flowers and chocolates, there's a fresh and funky online card and video that can be sent to friends and family for free, and it has the added bonus of helping them stay healthy for the rest of the year.

Certified Sex Educators in BC

Thu, 31 Aug 2006 11:11:27 -0700

On August 31^st, 2006, when the in-class component of Canada's first Certification program in sexual health education concludes, British Columbians will have 14 new educators qualified to provide sexual health education services in their communities.

Options for Sexual Health, Canada's largest sexual health services provider, launched this pilot program to meet the

Graduates of the program include nurses, teachers, support workers and other professionals working with youth.

Letter to the Editor

Thu, 23 Feb 2006 10:16:25 -0800

To the Editor of the Georgia Straight: Re: "Morning-after pill may head over the counter" (February 2nd, 2006)

Options for Sexual Health was very pleased to see The Georgia Straight address the issue of Emergency Contraception (EC) potentially moving to non-prescription status in British Columbia. We are replying to your article because we noted some misinformation and think it is important that your readers obtain accurate information about Plan B, so they can make informed choices about preventing unplanned pregnancy.

Sex Education In Your Mailbox – Watch For It Across BC!

Thu, 18 Aug 2005 11:20:50 -0700

Will your kids have everything they need when they go back to school?

That's a question being asked by a province-wide alliance of sexual health organizations though a provocative and humorous new "back to school" flyer that will be delivered to all homes in BC later this month. The flyer features a centerfold of a Super Sex-Educator Action Figure.