Clinics, STI/STD and HIV Testing Locations in Victoria
Taking an HIV test can be a nerve-racking experience, but it’s very important to go through with it. Knowing your HIV status will help you to make the right decisions for your life.
We do not currently offer testing at VPWAS, however if you want to talk to someone about testing contact us and we’ll be happy to talk to you, go with you, or help you find the information you need.
*Due to COVID restrictions please call or check the websites of individual testing locations to find out operating hours and precautions
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| Victoria Health Unit 1947 Cook St., Victoria, BC Phone: 250.388.2225 more info | Free HIV testing and counseling Non-nominal and anonymous HIV testing Confidential LGBT friendly | Mondays 10:00AM – 2:00 PM Tuesdays 1:00 – 4:00 PM Thursdays 1:00 – 4:00 PM |
| *For anonymous HIV testing you will need to book an appointment, they will ask you for your first name and last initial only (or you can use a pseudonym or a “fake” name, make sure it is something you will remember! | ||
| Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) Testing | Free testing and treatment Confidential Drop in or by appointment. | |
| *Drop in: we suggest you call ahead for availability; appointments are not guaranteed. These services are available at the back of the Victoria Health Unit building, which is located on the corner of Cook and Pembroke Streets. |
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| Cool Aid Community Health Centre 713 Johnson Street Victoria, BC Phone: 250.385.1466 more info | HIV Rapid Test (Takes 2 minutes) Walk ins welcome | Monday – Thursday 10am–4pm Friday 10am – 2pm Saturday 10am -2pm |
| *Drop in: we suggest you call ahead for availability; appointments are not guaranteed. | ||
| Island Sexual Health Society 101-3960 Quadra Street (near Mackenzie) Victoria, BC Phone: 250.592.3479 | HIV, Hepatitis B and C and Syphilis testing Confidential and non-nominal HIV testing offered | For hours visit: islandsexualhealth.org |
| Call 250-592-3479 to set up an appointment. Camosun College (Top Floor, Richmond House – Lansdowne campus) clinic hours (Sept-April) Thursdays from 10:00-3:30 pm. |
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| Men's Wellness Program holds MSM Testing Night at Cool Aid Health Clinic These clinics are open to all self-identified men. For questions or to book an appointment contact Jonathan at 250.384.2366 or text 250.812.2670 713 Johnson Street Victoria, BC Phone: 250.385.1466 - Third Thursday of every month from 5:30-7:30 at the Cool Aid Clinic (Rapid HIV & STI) |
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For a complete list of STI/STD and HIV testing clinics in BC visit: www.smartsexresource.com