Month: October 2025

Book Review: The Cinnamon Bun Bookstore by Laurie Gilmore

Every 2 weeks or so we’re reviewing books that we found interesting. These books may range from nonfiction to fantasy to informative to escapism. Our hope is that we find something for everyone, and to broaden awareness, access, and information pertaining to sex, sexual health, pleasure, and beyond! The “Cinnamon Bun Bookstore” is the sequel… Read more »

We’re Officially a Living Wage Employer!

We’re Officially a Living Wage Employer! At Options for Sexual Health, we’ve always believed that our commitment to care should extend beyond our clients and communities—it should include our staff as well. Over the past year, our team has engaged in reviewing and improving our compensation practices, guided by one clear goal: to ensure that… Read more »

Big News for IUD Accessibility in BC

This is very exciting news for sexual and reproductive health care in BC! After nearly 2 decades of advocacy (since certified practice was initiated in 2008), in June 2025, The BC College of Nurses approved language within the scope of practice to enable RNs to become IUD inserters. Nurses with advanced certified practice in sexual… Read more »

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day

October 15th marks Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day, a time to support the many thousands of people across Canada who have been affected by the loss of a pregnancy or  infant. Pregnancy loss is common, with the Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada (https://www.jogc.com/article/S1701-2163(25)00186-0/fulltext) recently noting that early pregnancy loss affects an estimated 15-25% of pregnancies…. Read more »

Book Review: The Pumpkin Spice Café by Laurie Gilmore

Every 2 weeks or so we’re reviewing books that we found interesting. These books may range from nonfiction to fantasy to informative to escapism. Our hope is that we find something for everyone, and to broaden awareness, access, and information pertaining to sex, sexual health, pleasure, and beyond! Fall is my favourite time of year,… Read more »