Services Available to BC Clients

• Nutrition counselling for medical conditions — diabetes, cardiac risk reduction, IBS and low-FODMAP support, and other diagnosed conditions
• Weight and metabolic health — sustainable, evidence-based support, including our Lifestyle Reboot program
• Eating disorder recovery — CBT, DBT, and FBT-aligned, weight-inclusive care
• Digestive health — IBS, gut surgery recovery, and general digestive nutrition
• Custom meal planning — personalized recipes, shopping lists, and an app or printed cookbook
• Dietitian designed Supplements to fill your nutrition gaps
• Pre- and post-natal nutrition
• Older adult and complex care nutrition, including residential care
• Direct billing available for Veterans Affairs, ICBC, and WorkSafe

Virtual Dietitian Appointments, Anywhere in BC

You don't need to live near Nanaimo or Parksville to work with us. Video appointments let you get personalized, one-on-one nutrition counselling from home, with the same clinical rigor as an in-person visit — no long drive, no waiting room.

We regularly work with clients across the province, including:

Victoria · Kelowna · Prince George · Kamloops · Vancouver · Surrey · Abbotsford · Nanaimo · Qualicum Beach · Courtenay · Campbell River · Vernon · Penticton

Licensing reciprocity also allows us to support clients in Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and the Northwest Territories.

Registered Dietitian or Nutritionist? Know the Difference

"Nutritionist" is not a protected title in most of Canada — anyone can use it, including after a short, unaccredited online course. "Registered Dietitian" is legally protected in BC and requires:

• An accredited university degree in nutrition or dietetics
• A supervised practicum or internship
• A passed national licensing exam
• Ongoing regulation by a provincial college, with a defined legal scope of practice
• The ability to provide medical nutrition therapy for diagnosed conditions

When you work with an RD in BC, you're working with someone accountable to the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC.

Does Insurance Cover a Dietitian in BC?

Often, yes. An estimated 60–70% of employee health benefit plans in Canada include some coverage for Registered Dietitian services (Dietitians of Canada). We also offer direct billing for Veterans Affairs, ICBC, and WorkSafeBC clients. Check your specific plan for "Registered Dietitian" coverage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to live near Nanaimo or Parksville to work with Wise Eats? No. Rachel sees BC clients by video province-wide, and Sheirry works with clients across BC and Alberta online. In-person appointments are available at the Parksville office for those on Vancouver Island.

Is virtual nutrition counselling as effective as in-person? Research indicates virtual nutrition counselling can be just as effective as in-person sessions, with the added convenience of meeting from home.

What conditions can a BC dietitian help with? Common reasons to see a dietitian include a new health diagnosis, digestive symptoms, pregnancy or postpartum recovery, disordered eating patterns, recovery from surgery, unexplained fatigue, or wanting a personalized nutrition plan instead of generic advice.

Does MSP cover dietitian appointments? MSP typically doesn't cover private dietitian fees directly, but many extended health benefit plans do. We recommend checking your policy for "Registered Dietitian" coverage specifically, and dietitian services are often a tax-deductible medical expense with the CRA.

What happens on a free discovery call? It's a short, no-obligation conversation about your health history and goals, so you can decide whether ongoing sessions are the right fit before booking a full appointment.

Ready to Work With a Registered Dietitian in BC?

Get a personalized, evidence-based nutrition plan — no matter where in BC you live.