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Society of Organized Services
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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.
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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 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
Join Us
We’re always looking for amazing volunteers.
Call 250-248-2093 ext. 230 or
email volunteer@sosd69.com
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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
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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.
What a great start to our SOS Learning Series! Thank you to David Wende, LLB, CPA (Hon.), for delivering such an engaging and informative presentation on wills and estates. David took what can often feel like a complicated and dry topic and made it clear, practical, engaging and empowering for everyone in the room.![]()
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Pictured here with David (middle) are Susanna Newton, SOS Executive Director (left) and Sharon Welch right), Resource Development Manager, who were proud to support another meaningful morning of community learning.![]()
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These sessions are all about building knowledge, confidence and connection in District 69 — and the thoughtful questions and strong turnout showed just how much this topic resonated.![]()
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If you joined us, thank you for being part of it. If you didn’t, be sure to follow us so you don’t miss the next SOS Learning Series. 💙![]()
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#SOSD69 #LearningSeries #CommunityEducation #Parksville #QualicumBeach #NanooseBay #District69 #WillsAndEstates #StrongerTogether #Vanisle #VancouverIsland #SOS #WeAreCommunity
We had an absolute blast filming the latest episode of the SOS – We Are Community podcast with Podio Studio 🎙️✨![]()
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This time, we sat down with Jacob, a GradWear participant, and Melody, a cherished SOS GradWear volunteer, to talk about the milestone of graduation and what it means in our community.![]()
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From browsing the racks to watching fittings in action, it was such a special (and fun!) behind-the-scenes look at GradWear. You won’t want to miss this one... stay tuned to our social channels to catch the episode when it drops! 👀🎓![]()
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#GradWear #WeAreCommunity #SOS #District69 #Parksville #QualicumBeach #NanooseBay #Vanisle #VancouverIsland #Oceanside #Volunteer #CommunitySupport #CelebrateLocal #Graduation #LocalImpact #Nonprofit #SOS #WeAreCommunity
Green means go 💚Green tags are 50% off this week at SOS Thrift Shop!![]()
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Lightly-used quality furniture, unique and beautiful home décor, cozy day reads, and one-of-a-kind clothing are all waiting for you half off!![]()
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Every purchase supports programs in District 69, helps you shop sustainably, and goes easy on your wallet. It’s a win for you and a win for our community. Happy thrifting! 💚![]()
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#ShopSustainable #ThriftShopFinds #District69 #CommunitySupport #Parksville #Qualicum #NanooseBay #Oceanside #VanIsle #VancouverIsland #Thrifting #SOS #WeAreCommunity
❄️ The Coldest Night of the Year Walk is in FIVE DAYS... Show your support and join or donate to our SOS & Friends team! ❄️![]()
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The Coldest Night of the Year (CNOY) is a family-friendly fundraising walk in support of people in our community experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness.![]()
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Funds raised will support Island Crisis Care Society (ICCS) who provide housing and wraparound supports for vulnerable residents within our community. ICCS helps individuals in Oceanside as they work toward stability, connection, and living well, offering far more than just shelter.![]()
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📅 When: Saturday, February 28, 2026![]()
📍 Where: Qualicum Beach![]()
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Event schedule:![]()
4:00 pm – Check-in![]()
4:45 pm – Muster and opening remarks![]()
5:00 pm – Walk send-off![]()
6:00 pm – Snacks served![]()
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We’d love for you to join our team or show support with a donation. Every step and every dollar helps make a difference for people in need this winter!![]()
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👉 To donate or register, visit: secure.e2rm.com/registrant/TeamFundraisingPage.aspx?teamID=1040927![]()
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Island Crisis Care Society Coldest Night of the Year #CNOY2026 #ColdestNightOfTheYear #SOSD69 #IslandCrisisCare #OceansideCares #CommunityStrong #WalkForWarmth #CommunitySupport #FundraisingWalk #TogetherForChange #Oceanside #Qualicum #Parksville #NanooseBay #Vanisle #Vancouverisland #sos #wearecommunity
Celebrating 57 years of Community
Providing vital community programs
and services to local residents since 1968.
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