Hi! 🙂 We’re Tod and Jocelyn Maffin. We live on Vancouver Island, Canada.

In April 2025, we invited Americans to visit and hundreds came. Some liked the Island so much, they moved here.

Now, we and some friends are trying to recruit healthcare workers to our beautiful island. [read news article]

https://youtu.be/9C7ZVHi6w2Y

Start here:

https://youtu.be/yV75Jo65q2I?si=kNnw-kEtJk4pO39w

⬇️ I am a:

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Nurse

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Nurse Practitioner

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Physician / Surgeon

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Psychologist

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Allied Professions

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Not in healthcare

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Okay, I’m ready. How do I move to Vancouver Island?

We’ve collected the most commonly asked questions (and answers) about everything from immigration, family, banking, care, and more.

Moving to Vancouver Island

I have more questions

We occasionally interview local healthcare providers and subject experts to help you get answers to common questions you have. Here are some of those past sessions:

“Ask Your Questions” Sessions

Can I do this for my town?

Yes! And we can help!

Canada’s Healthcare Infusions

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THE NANAIMO EVENT Looking for information about the Tod’s Nanaimo Infusion weekend event? Click here

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Enjoy a Bit of Canada

https://youtu.be/9k7OUowPPMQ?si=0uOgn-KjwsnlqH4d

https://youtu.be/ivBBQ5625lw?si=usg5JtYU4CMNuKeS

A Final Word

In Canada, diversity isn't just tolerated — it's celebrated.

You can marry who you love, practice your faith, and express yourself without fear.

Our public healthcare system ensures that no one goes bankrupt from a broken leg or a chronic condition.

And our political climate, while imperfect, remains rooted in civility and a general sense of decency.

(Also, we believe in vaccines and science.)

If you’re looking for a place where your rights matter, where your kids can grow up safe, and where compassion still has a seat at the table — come north.

You’ll like it here.

hay ch q’a siiye’yu (”thank you friend” in the *Snuneymuxw language*),

Tod and Jocelyn 🙂

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P.S. You can reach us here

More Info

Tod’s Nanaimo Infusion 2026

Can Retirees Move to Canada? 🇨🇦

What is it like on Vancouver Island for BIPOC folks?