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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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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
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Together, we’re building a stronger community
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).
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
Shared Voices
Explore, Watch & Connect With SOS
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Society of Organized Services
As a grassroots organization, SOS works with the support of community to address local needs.
Looking for Hot Stuff? 🔥 Green tags are 50% off this week at SOS Thrift Shop! From sleek name-brand kitchen appliances to gorgeous furniture, stylish clothing and stunning lighting — there’s plenty in store!![]()
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Every dollar you spend supports the community, helps the environment, and keeps your wallet happy.![]()
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💚 Shop kind. Shop SOS Thrift Shop. 💚![]()
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🎉 Join SOS in the Canada Day Parade! 🎉![]()
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Help us decorate our float, bus and truck, and walk with us in this community celebration! ![]()
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🕖 Meet at the SOS Community Services Centre (245 Hirst Ave. W.) at 7 am on July 1 if you want to help with decorating.![]()
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🚌 We leave SOS at 8:30 am to head to the mustering area (Shelly Rd. & Pioneer Cres.). Feel free to meet us there... the parade starts at 10 am sharp!![]()
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🚶 We’ll walk the Island Hwy and Craig St. and end at the Parksville Community Centre.![]()
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✨ Wear sunscreen, a hat and comfy shoes. Dress in rainbow colours, your best bus gear, or something fun that fits our “Connecting Community” theme! We also have SOS T-shirts and signs you can borrow.![]()
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📞 Want to join SOS? Need a ride to the mustering area? Contact SOS Coordinator Taylor at 250-228-4066.![]()
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Let’s make this parade one to remember! 🎈![]()
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☕ Join us for SOS Coffee Chats! ☕ We’re hosting two sessions — June 25 & September 25, from 10–11 am — where you can learn about volunteer opportunities across our diverse programs. Whether you're just getting started or looking to expand your impact, there’s a role for everyone at SOS.![]()
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Each session will explore different topics, so you’re welcome to register for one or both!![]()
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Volunteering at SOS offers a sense of purpose, connection, and community. Our volunteers often say they love the camaraderie, the chance to make a difference, a chance to expand their resume, and how good it feels to give back. 💙![]()
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Right now, we have 230 volunteers — pre-COVID, we had 373. We’d love to welcome more friendly faces to the team!![]()
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Bring a friend, enjoy a coffee and build community connection.![]()
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Register today:![]()
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📞 Call 250-248-2093 ext. 230![]()
🌐 Visit sos-volunteer-june-coffee-chat.eventbrite.ca![]()
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#SOS #MakeaDifference #BeKind #NanooseBay #Parksville #Qualicum #Errington #Coombs #Oceanside #VolunteeringMatters #SOSCoffeeChats #MakeADifference #VolunteerWithUs #CommunityConnection #WeAreCommunity
Thank you to Brenda Wasnock for her work as SOS Seniors’ Advocacy Coordinator, where she supported adults aged 60+ with advocacy and emergency services. While we’re sad to see her go, we’re grateful for the care and compassion she brought into her role, and we wish her all the best in retirement!![]()
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Brenda was able to secure $407,490 in back pay for clients with the help of the MP’s office. Those same individuals are now collectively receiving more than $70,926 in additional monthly income.![]()
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As Seniors’ Advocacy Coordinator, Brenda met with seniors privately and together they explored their needs and concerns, then made concrete plans to address each of them. When asked what she enjoyed most about her role, she said, “Assisting people to be heard, to gain the supports and funds they are entitled to, to avoid homelessness, to deal effectively with problems, to better budget, to gain more income and reduce their expenses.”![]()
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Brenda is looking forward to enjoying summer, where you will find her reading—she averages three books a week!![]()
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Reflecting on her career, Brenda added, “Loved my work! My 35 years of social work and program coordination gave me a broad range of experience working with people of all ages, genders and abilities. All along the way, my clients taught me new things every day and, as a lifelong learner, I appreciated them all very much. My two years at SOS has been a wonderful experience to complete my 60 years of work!”![]()
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Thank you, Brenda, for your heart, wisdom and advocacy. You’ve made a lasting impact. Enjoy every page-turning moment of your retirement! 💐![]()
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To book an appointment with the new Seniors’ Advocacy Coordinator, Elaine, please call: 250‑248‑2093 ext. 239. To learn more, visit: sosd69.com/seniors-advocacy-services/![]()
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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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