Safety measures: Masked staff
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Megan Fredheim, RMT
Registered massage therapist at Mighty Oak, offering a science-backed, person-centered approach to care. The clinic has air filters and health screenings. Not all practitioners at the clinic wear masks, but Megan does.
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Lou Belton Tattoos
Tattoo artist with a private studio on Lekwungen land. Masks required for all appointments.
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Emily Shoichet, Tattoo Artist
Tattoo artist at Painted Lotus Studios. Emily masks for appointments and requests clients mask as well. The studio does not have a mask policy, but it is a large space and artists ask before entering each other’s workspace.
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Yoka’s Coffee
Local coffee roaster and retailer, as well as loose tea, chocolate, and local honey. Well-fitted masks required, and limit of 2 customers at a time in the shop. Thanks for the tip, Simon!
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Emily Falkiner Counselling
Registered clinical counselor and certified synergetic play therapist working primarily with children. There is an air purifier running and Emily will mask for all in-person sessions.
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Elyse Mitchell Cleave, RCC (she/her)
Registered clinical counselor with an active interest in trauma-informed counselling and neurodiversity-affirming care. Masks required for in-person appointments, depending on current community transmission levels. Online appointments available.
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Victoria Bug Zoo – Accessibility Hour
A downtown mini-zoo with over 50 species of insects, arachnids, and their many-legged relatives. For the first hour of every day, masks are required for everyone over 5 years old.
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Heart and Hands Health Collective
Grassroots, WoC+queer operated and social justice-focused Community Acupuncture & Holistic Health clinic in Quadra Village. Treatment spaces are masks-required with filtered air.
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Green Muse Herbs
Community-centered herbal apothecary & shop, locally owned & operated by a practicing herbalist. Staff are masked and customers are encouraged to mask as well.