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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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Learn

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

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)

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SOS thrift shop

SOS Programs

For information about SOS programs and services, please visit our Programs Page, call us, 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

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SOS thrift shop

Join Us

We’re always looking for amazing volunteers.

Call 250-248-2093 ext. 230 or
email volunteer@sosd69.com

Visit the Volunteer Page

Shared Voices

Kind Words from Our Thrift
Shop Customers

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“Wonderful Thrift Shop, great variety. Money goes to worthy cause in Parksville.”

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“They have a little bit of everything, a place to treasure hunt, you never know what you can find.”

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Together, we’re building a stronger community

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We’re Here

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).

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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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As a grassroots organization, SOS works with the support of community to address local needs.

Society of Organized Services

14 hours ago

Society of Organized Services
Blue tags are 50% off this week at the SOS Thrift Shop! 🍀Look for blue tags on lucky finds throughout the shop — from quality shoes and books to décor, appliances, tools, games, toys and craft supplies. You never know what treasure might be waiting at the end of the aisle.With St. Paddy’s Day around the corner, it’s the perfect time to embrace a little luck of the Irish treasure hunting!Every dollar spent goes right back into SOS programs that uplift District 69 residents.Happy treasure hunting! 🍀💚#SOS #SOSCommunity #LuckOfTheIrish #TreasureHunt #ThriftFinds #ShopSustainably #SupportLocal #District69 ... See MoreSee Less

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2 days ago

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🚗 Need a ride to a medical appointment? SOS can help.The SOS Medical Appointment Transportation Service (MATS) provides safe, friendly transportation for District 69 residents who need help getting to and from medical appointments. Our caring volunteer drivers are here to make sure you can attend the appointments that support your health and well-being.If transportation has ever been a barrier to getting the care you need, this service is here for you.✔ Reliable rides to medical appointments✔ Friendly volunteer drivers✔ Supporting independence and well-beingSOS also offers Meals on Wheels, delivering hot, nutritious meals to residents who may have difficulty preparing food at home.Register today or learn more:📞 250-248-2093📧 sos@sosd69.com🌐 www.sosd69.comPlease help us spread the word by sharing this post with someone who may benefit from these services.#parksvillebc #qualicumbeach #oceansidebc #communitysupport #HealthyAging #SOSCommunity #vancouverisland #district69 #parksville #qualicum #NanooseBay #oceanside #SOS #WeAreCommunity ... See MoreSee Less

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🌸 The SOS Five Days of Spring Giveaways starts tomorrow on Instagram only! 🌷We are celebrating the arrival of spring with some community fun, local love, and amazing prizes from wonderful businesses in our region.How to Participate:❤️ Like the giveaway post🏷 Tag a friend on our post (each tag = an extra entry!)➕ Follow society_of_organized_services on Instagram and the featured local business of the dayEvery day from March 9–13, we’ll feature a different local business offering a fantastic prize — and the winners will be announced after the final giveaway. Stay tuned! 💮#SpringGiveaway #FiveDaysOfSpring #WelcomeSpring #SupportLocalBusiness #SOSCommunity #CommunitySupport #VanIsle #VancouverIsland #Oceanside #Parksville #Qualicum #NanooseBay #SOS #WeAreCommunity ... See MoreSee Less

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Celebrating 57 years of Community

Providing vital community programs
and services to local residents since 1968.

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  • 250-248-2093
  • sos@sosd69.com
  • 245 Hirst Avenue West

PO BOX 898 Parksville, BC V9P2G9

Charitable Number: 107021537RR0001

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