Island Prostate Centre

Cancer Recovery Exercise Program
2023-08-31 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-09-07 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-09-11 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-09-14 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-09-18 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-09-21 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-09-25 09:00 - 10:00, 2023-09-28 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Vancouver) and 3 more dates | via Zoom
Reclaim your health. The Cancer Recovery Exercise Program is a step can take right now to regain control of your life and wellbeing. Guided by certified athletic and cancer exercise therapists, this group class is tailored to your needs, whether you’re receiving treatment or a cancer survivor. Classes are held virtually, via Zoom on Mondays and Thursdays from 9am to 10am. Please register via email at coordinator@islandprostatecentre.com

Prostate Walking Group
2023-08-31 11:00 - 12:00
Led by volunteers, this is your chance to better your fitness and have the kinds of conversations that can only happen in a casual setting with those who have walked in your shoes. Explore a variety of routes and trails in good company. Walking group meets on Tuesdays at 10am and Thursdays at 11am. New routes weekly. Walking routes will be updated weekly.
We will meet in the parking lot for the Henderson Park Recreation Centre at 11 am on Thursday August 31. The walk will be around the university.

Prostate Walking Group
2023-09-05 10:00 - 11:00
Led by volunteers, this is your chance to better your fitness and have the kinds of conversations that can only happen in a casual setting with those who have walked in your shoes. Explore a variety of routes and trails in good company. Walking group meets on Tuesdays at 10am and Thursdays at 11am. New routes weekly. Walking routes will be updated weekly.
We will meet on the road outside Spinnakers Pub at 10 am on Tuesday September 05. The direction of the walk will be decided at the meeting place.

Prostate Walking Group
2023-09-07 11:00 - 12:00
Led by volunteers, this is your chance to better your fitness and have the kinds of conversations that can only happen in a casual setting with those who have walked in your shoes. Explore a variety of routes and trails in good company. Walking group meets on Tuesdays at 10am and Thursdays at 11am. New routes weekly. Walking routes will be updated weekly.
We will meet on the road outside of Spinnakers Pub at 11 am on Thursday September 07. The direction of the walk will be decided then.

Prostate Cancer Speaker Series - Hybrid Meeting
2023-09-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Oak Bay Rec Centre – Small Lounge upstairs
Dr. Colin Lundeen, Urologist, will present: The Radical Prostatectomy Journey
Our monthly Prostate Cancer Speaker Series is the place to hear from subject matter experts in the prostate health field, and to meet with others who have received a diagnosis.
This meeting will be held both in-person at Oak Bay Recreation Centre and online via Zoom. To register for the in-person meeting, please email coordinator@islandprostatecentre.com
The format of the evening will go as follows:
• 6:55 PM – Zoom & In-person meeting will open, allowing you time to log in.
• 7:00 PM – Welcome and introductions from Island Prostate Centre.
• 7:05 PM – Presenter will begin presentation, allowing time for questions at the end.
• 8:00 PM – Once the presentation is complete, participants will continue with group discussions.
Our group discussion will be facilitated by our Volunteer Management team, but the topics and questions will be driven by you. Depending on the group’s interest, we will focus the discussion on topics like: Newly Diagnosed, Active Surveillance, Surgery, ADT/ Radiation, Spousal Support.

Westcoast Motorcycle Ride to Live
2023-09-10 08:00 - 14:00 | Enrico Winery, Mill Bay, 3280 Telegraph Rd, Mill Bay, BC, Canada
Click here to register or donate today!
JOIN US on Sunday, September 10, 2023
Since 2010, the Westcoast Motorcycle Ride to Live has brought thousands of riders from across the Island together to raise awareness and funds for prostate cancer.
The 13th Annual Westcoast Motorcycle Ride to Live on September 10, 2023 is a time to celebrate survivors, families, loved ones and remember those we’ve lost.
Consider making a donation when you register for this event. Your gift means Island Prostate Centre can provide navigation support, exercise programs, and counselling services to meet the growing need in our community.
Even a small donation can make a powerful difference. Your donation stays right here on Vancouver Island to benefit your family, friends and neighbours.
Here are a few details about the event:
The route: CLICK HERE to view the new route. We’ve created a shorter 80km ride to Crofton and back through North Cowichan to Enrico Winery.
Registration fee: $40 per person. All riders and their passengers must be registered with a signed waiver on file to participate.
Event day schedule:
8:00am – Day of registration opens
9:45am – Opening ceremony
10:00am – Kickstands up! Riders leave Enrico Winery
11:30am – Food Trucks & Entertainment at Enrico Winery
12:00pm – Riders return to Enrico Winery

Prostate Walking Group
2023-09-12 10:00 - 11:00
Led by volunteers, this is your chance to better your fitness and have the kinds of conversations that can only happen in a casual setting with those who have walked in your shoes. Explore a variety of routes and trails in good company. Walking group meets on Tuesdays at 10am and Thursdays at 11am. New routes weekly. Walking routes will be updated weekly.
We will meet at the east end of Dalewood at 10 am on Tuesday September 12. The walk will be around Rithet’s Bog. Dalewood runs off Chatterton just south of Royal Oak Ave.

Prostate Walking Group
2023-09-14 11:00 - 12:00
Led by volunteers, this is your chance to better your fitness and have the kinds of conversations that can only happen in a casual setting with those who have walked in your shoes. Explore a variety of routes and trails in good company. Walking group meets on Tuesdays at 10am and Thursdays at 11am. New routes weekly. Walking routes will be updated weekly.
We will meet at the east end of Dalewood at 11 am on Thursday September 14. The walk will be around Rithet’s Bog. Dalewood runs off Chatterton just south of Royal Oak Ave.

Prostate Walking Group
2023-09-19 10:00 - 11:00
Led by volunteers, this is your chance to better your fitness and have the kinds of conversations that can only happen in a casual setting with those who have walked in your shoes. Explore a variety of routes and trails in good company. Walking group meets on Tuesdays at 10am and Thursdays at 11am. New routes weekly. Walking routes will be updated weekly.
We will meet at Barb’s Fish and Chips in James Bay at 10 am on Tuesday September 19. The walk will probably be to the end of the Breakwater and back. There is normally plenty of parking on Superior St.

Prostate Walking Group
2023-09-21 11:00 - 12:00
Led by volunteers, this is your chance to better your fitness and have the kinds of conversations that can only happen in a casual setting with those who have walked in your shoes. Explore a variety of routes and trails in good company. Walking group meets on Tuesdays at 10am and Thursdays at 11am. New routes weekly. Walking routes will be updated weekly.
We will meet at Barb’s Fish and Chips in James Bay at 11 am on Thursday September 21. The walk will be in the James Bay area.

Prostate Walking Group
2023-09-26 10:00 - 11:00
Led by volunteers, this is your chance to better your fitness and have the kinds of conversations that can only happen in a casual setting with those who have walked in your shoes. Explore a variety of routes and trails in good company. Walking group meets on Tuesdays at 10am and Thursdays at 11am. New routes weekly. Walking routes will be updated weekly.
We will meet in the Southwest corner of the parking lot for the Hillside Mall at 10 am on Tuesday September 26. The walk will be around the Cedar Hill Golf Course.

Prostate Walking Group
2023-09-28 11:00 - 12:00
Led by volunteers, this is your chance to better your fitness and have the kinds of conversations that can only happen in a casual setting with those who have walked in your shoes. Explore a variety of routes and trails in good company. Walking group meets on Tuesdays at 10am and Thursdays at 11am. New routes weekly. Walking routes will be updated weekly.
We will meet in the southwest corner of the parking lot for the Hillside Mall at 11 am on Thursday September 28. The walk will be around the Cedar Hill Golf Course.

Prostate Walking Group
2023-10-03 10:00 - 11:00
Led by volunteers, this is your chance to better your fitness and have the kinds of conversations that can only happen in a casual setting with those who have walked in your shoes. Explore a variety of routes and trails in good company. Walking group meets on Tuesdays at 10am and Thursdays at 11am. New routes weekly. Walking routes will be updated weekly.

Prostate Walking Group
2023-10-03 10:00 - 11:00
Led by volunteers, this is your chance to better your fitness and have the kinds of conversations that can only happen in a casual setting with those who have walked in your shoes. Explore a variety of routes and trails in good company. Walking group meets on Tuesdays at 10am and Thursdays at 11am. New routes weekly. Walking routes will be updated weekly.
We will meet at the corner of Borden and McKenzie at 10 am on Tuesday October 03. The walk will be north on the Lochside Trail. There is plenty of parking in the basement of Saanich Centre.

Prostate Walking Group
2023-10-05 11:00 - 12:00
Led by volunteers, this is your chance to better your fitness and have the kinds of conversations that can only happen in a casual setting with those who have walked in your shoes. Explore a variety of routes and trails in good company. Walking group meets on Tuesdays at 10am and Thursdays at 11am. New routes weekly. Walking routes will be updated weekly.
We will meet at the corner of Borden and McKenzie at 11 am on Thursday October 05. The walk will be north on the Lochside Trail. There is plenty of parking downstairs at the Saanich Centre.

Prostate Cancer Speaker Series - Hybrid Meeting
2023-10-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Cedar Hill Golf Club, 1400 Derby Rd, Victoria, BC, V8P 1T1, Canada
Dr. Abe Alexander, Radiation Oncologist, will present: New techniques in radiation therapy and the possible side effects men can expect.
Our monthly Prostate Cancer Speaker Series is the place to hear from subject matter experts in the prostate health field, and to meet with others who have received a diagnosis.
This meeting will be held both in-person at Cedar Hill Golf Club and online via Zoom. To register for the in-person meeting, please email coordinator@islandprostatecentre.com
The format of the evening will go as follows:
• 6:55 PM – Zoom & In-person meeting will open, allowing you time to log in.
• 7:00 PM – Welcome and introductions from Island Prostate Centre.
• 7:05 PM – Presenter will begin presentation, allowing time for questions at the end.
• 8:00 PM – Once the presentation is complete, participants will continue with group discussions.
Our group discussion will be facilitated by our Volunteer Management team, but the topics and questions will be driven by you. Depending on the group’s interest, we will focus the discussion on topics like: Newly Diagnosed, Active Surveillance, Surgery, ADT/ Radiation, Spousal Support.

Prostate Walking Group
2023-10-10 10:00 - 11:00
Led by volunteers, this is your chance to better your fitness and have the kinds of conversations that can only happen in a casual setting with those who have walked in your shoes. Explore a variety of routes and trails in good company. Walking group meets on Tuesdays at 10am and Thursdays at 11am. New routes weekly. Walking routes will be updated weekly.
You will meet in the parking lot for Gyro Park in Cadboro Bay at 10 am on Tuesday October 10. The direction of the walk will be decided then.

Prostate Walking Group
2023-10-12 11:00 - 12:00
Led by volunteers, this is your chance to better your fitness and have the kinds of conversations that can only happen in a casual setting with those who have walked in your shoes. Explore a variety of routes and trails in good company. Walking group meets on Tuesdays at 10am and Thursdays at 11am. New routes weekly. Walking routes will be updated weekly.
We will meet in the parking lot for Gyro Park in Cadboro Bay at 11 am on Thursday October 12. The direction of the walk will be decided then.

Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation Class
2023-10-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Saanich Commonwealth Place – Dogwood Room, 4636 Elk Lake Dr, Victoria, BC, V8Z 5M1, Canada
Group exercise and education for better bladder control with prostate cancer. Join Jodi Ganton, Registered Physiotherapist for this 4-week in-person class. Maximum 10 participants. $20 per person. Contact Holly Heinz at hollyheinz@islandprostatecentre.com for more information and to register.

Prostate Walking Group
2023-10-17 10:00 - 11:00
Led by volunteers, this is your chance to better your fitness and have the kinds of conversations that can only happen in a casual setting with those who have walked in your shoes. Explore a variety of routes and trails in good company. Walking group meets on Tuesdays at 10am and Thursdays at 11am. New routes weekly. Walking routes will be updated weekly.
We will meet in the parking lot for Beckwith Park at 10 am on Tuesday October 17. Beckwith Park is on Beckwith Avenue, off Quadra St.
