The Kiwanis Pavilion
3034 Cedar Hill Road
Saanich, BC V8T3J3
Island Health
This facility offers both and spaces. Availability varies.
The Kiwanis Pavilion is a non-profit long-term care home in Saanich operated by the Oak Bay Kiwanis Health Care Society. It is a 122-bed residence that works with Island Health to provide access to publicly funded long-term care beds. The home supports older adults, including residents living with dementia, in a secure environment with indoor and outdoor resident areas. Most beds are publicly funded, with a small number of additional private-pay beds available. Access to subsidized beds is coordinated through Island Health, while inquiries about any private-pay options are handled directly by the operator.
Last verified May 18, 2026 · operator website
What families should know
Placement through Island Health — publicly funded placement
The Kiwanis Pavilion adds ten secure living neighbourhoods, each with resident rooms, living and dining rooms, plus specialized bathing rooms, a library/conference room and secured courtyard gardens.
Based on BC Seniors Advocate QuickFacts, Health Authority records, and publicly available facility information · Last reviewed May 12, 2026
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Care Specializations
Dementia care programs vary by facility. Contact directly to confirm specialized memory care availability.
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Quality & Safety
Quality Indicators (CIHI — Canadian Institute for Health Information)
Reviews
Reviews reveal a significant split between frontline staff, who are consistently praised for kindness and support, and management oversight, which appears inadequate. One detailed account documents serious neglect including pressure sore development and excessive medication. Most recent positive reviews praise staff dedication, but the severity of care quality concerns raised in the 1-star review warrant attention.
Based on Google reviews
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What families appreciate
- +Aids and nurses described as absolutely fabulous
- +Staff are incredibly kind and lovingly supportive
- +Staff demonstrate exceptional dedication to residents
Concerns mentioned in reviews
- -Resident was highly medicated without clear justification
- -Bone-deep bedsore from prolonged immobilization indicating neglect
- -Resident left in dimly lit room for long periods alone
- -Management/higher-level administration not meeting standards
- -Lack of adequate supervision and care protocols
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