Community Supporting Community since 1968
Society of Organized Services
WE ARE COMMUNITY
SOS is a volunteer-based non-profit organization meeting the needs and improving the lives of District 69 residents since 1968.
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Get to know the programs SOS offers, the needs we address in the community, and how you can help make a difference.
Volunteer
Support our community by sharing your time and talents. We are looking for volunteers to assist with events, programs, office support and in our Thrift Shop.
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Help us spread the word! Follow SOS online, share our mission with your network, and inspire others to get involved.
Support
Whether it’s a donation to SOS Thrift Shop, or a financial contribution to SOS programs and services — every bit of support helps strengthen local lives.
Take Part
Join Us in Making a Difference in our Community
SOS Thrift Shop
Open Monday to Saturday, 9 am – 4 pm
Donations accepted Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat
from 10 am-2 pm
(Donation zone closed Tue, Thu, Sun)
SOS Programs
For information about SOS programs and services, please call or visit our office at the SOS Community Services Centre.
Our office is open Monday to Friday, 8:30 am- 4:30 pm. (Closed daily from 12-1 pm, and Thursday mornings until 9:30 am.)
Phone: 250-248-2093
Join Us
We’re always looking for amazing volunteers.
Call 250-248-2093 ext. 230 or
email volunteer@sosd69.com
Shared Voices
Kind Words from Our Thrift Shop Customers
Together, we’re building a stronger community
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Come Say Hello
SOS COMMUNITY SERVICES CENTRE
245 Hirst Avenue West, Parksville
PO Box 898, V9P 2G9
Phone: (250) 248-2093
Hours: Mon to Fri 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
(closed 12 – 1 pm daily, Thursday mornings
until 9:30 am, and holidays).
SOS Thrift Shop
188 Hirst Avenue West, Parksville
Phone: (250) 248-2532
Hours: Mon to Sat, 9 am – 4 pm
Donations accepted Mondays, Wednesdays,
Fridays and Saturdays, 10 am – 2 pm.
Closed holidays
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Society of Organized Services
As a grassroots organization, SOS works with the support of community to address local needs.
🌟 Active Aging Week is here! 🌟 From October 6–12, we’re celebrating the many ways to stay active as we age.![]()
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Today, we’re highlighting our amazing SOS Volunteer Community, who understand the importance of staying active through volunteering. At SOS, we offer a variety of roles that keep you active physically, socially, emotionally, and passionately. There truly is a volunteer role for everyone — from those newly retired to those staying active well into their 90s!![]()
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💬 Our volunteers tell us that giving their time not only strengthens our community, but also enriches their own lives.![]()
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📞 Call our Volunteer Resources Coordinator at 250-248-2093 ext. 230 to learn more.![]()
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Forward House Community Society is offering a 7-week Mental Health & Resilience workshop series this fall at the Career Centre in Parksville.![]()
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The workshop runs in October and November and is open to community members. It has been offered before, and some participants found it so helpful they attended twice!![]()
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To register, call Angela at 250-954-0785. Space is limited—reserve your spot today.![]()
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#MentalHealth #Resilience #Workshops #CommunitySupport #Wellness #Parksville #Oceanside #ForwardHouse #MentalWellness #CommunityCare #Oceanside #Parksville #Qualicum #NanooseBay #SOS #WeAreCommunity
✨ This month, our Volunteer Profile shines a light on Judy Hart — a dedicated Caring for Community at Christmas volunteer.![]()
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🎄 The deadline to apply to volunteer for our Caring for Community at Christmas program is October 6. There are a variety of roles available, each bringing something to look forward to this holiday season while embracing the true spirit of giving.![]()
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Join us in making this Christmas brighter for our community.![]()
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Contact SOS Volunteer Coordinator at volunteer@sosd69.com or call 250-248-2093 ext. 230 today!![]()
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#communitysupport #volunteerwithsos #ActiveAging #giveback #CaringForCommunity #oceansidebc #district69 #SOS #volunteerspirit
We’ve raised $126,828—thanks to the generosity of this incredible community!![]()
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That leaves $73,172 to go before we reach our $200,000 goal.![]()
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The SOS Connecting Community Campaign ends November 10, and we urgently need your help to cross the finish line. Every dollar brings us closer to securing a new SOS bus—so that children, youth, seniors, and families can continue to access the vital programs and services that rely on transportation.![]()
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📞 Call (250).248.2093 to donate over the phone![]()
💻 Give online: www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/16704![]()
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🏢 Or visit us in person at the SOS Community Services Centre: 245 Hirst Avenue West, Parksville![]()
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🚍 Let’s keep this journey moving forward and reach our goal together.![]()
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#SOS #ConnectingCommunityCampaign #CommunitySupport #TogetherWeCan #SmallChangeBigImpact #PersonalGrowth #SelfImprovement #ActiveAging #YouthSupport #FamilySupport #ShopLocal #ConnectingCommunity #SupportLocal #CommunityMatters #GiveBack #FundraisingGoals #SOSBusCampaign #Parksville #Qualicum #NanooseBay #Oceanside #VanIsle #VancouverIsland #SOS #WeAreCommunity
Celebrating 57 years of Community
Providing vital community programs
and services to local residents since 1968.
- 250-248-2093
- sos@sosd69.com
- 245 Hirst Avenue West
PO BOX 898 Parksville, BC V9P2G9
Charitable Number: 107021537RR0001
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