Meeting needs and enriching lives since 1968
Society of Organized Services
WE ARE COMMUNITY
SOS is a volunteer-supported, non-profit organization that has been 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 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
Shared Voices
Kind Words from Our Thrift Shop Customers
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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Society of Organized Services
As a grassroots organization, SOS works with the support of community to address local needs.
Green tags are 50% off, but don’t wait… grab them before they go! 💚🛍️![]()
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From clothing, shoes, and accessories to books, collectibles, appliances, kitchenware, home décor, tools, camping gear, garden treasures, and so much more, there’s always something amazing waiting to be discovered at SOS Thrift Shop.![]()
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Shop sustainable, save big, and help fund vital community programs with every purchase.![]()
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Find treasures. Fund vital programs.![]()
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A heartfelt Thank You to 100 Women Who Care Oceanside for their generosity! Your collective donation of $37,400 will help keep SOS safe spaces open, subsidized programs affordable, and vital programs available! ![]()
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This donation is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when women come together to help nourish community, create special moments, and make our community stronger for everyone.![]()
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Summer’s just around the corner, and we’re kicking it off in style 😎✨![]()
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Join us for #SOSTeenShop on Wednesday, May 6, 4:30–6:30 pm—a night just for local youth (ages 12–19) to thrift, hang out and score some amazing finds. From clothing and accessories to home decor, it’s the perfect chance to refresh your look for the season ahead.![]()
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🎧 DJ Connor![]()
🎯 Wheel of Deals![]()
📸 Selfie stations![]()
🍕 Food, prizes and more![]()
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Bring your friends, find your vibe and make a night of it 💙![]()
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#SOSD69 #WeAreCommunity #SOSTeenShop #YouthWeek #ThriftFinds #ShopLocal #VancouverIsland #VanIsle #CommunitySupport #Oceanside #Parksville #YouthEvents #ThriftShopping #ParksvilleEvents #TeenActivities #SustainableFashion #YouthCommunity #SOS #WeAreCommunity
SOS was honoured to be invited as one of two charities of choice at a book promotion event with Gwen Lamont and her team, who shared that SOS was the “perfect organization” to support because of our Child, Youth & Family programs.![]()
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Gwen’s work is rooted in her Master of Social Work research, where she interviewed men in prison who had killed their wives or partners, identifying critical intervention points that could have changed those outcomes. ![]()
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“While conducting these interviews, Gwen identified intervention points in the man's life that could have changed the heartbreaking outcomes,” said Gwen’s publicist Mary Anne Alton. “We believe the work you are doing is a positive intervention point for youth. Knowing there is community support and people who care makes all the difference for young people. Without that, Gwen would never have been able to travel the path she is now. She wants her book to shed light on the kind of work you are doing.”![]()
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Since the release of “The View from Coffin Ridge: A Childhood Exhumed,” Gwen has hosted 26 events, reaching more than 1,150 people and bringing together community leaders, service providers, and advocates. At each event, donations are made to organizations supporting families, with 43 community donations to date.![]()
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We’re grateful to be included in this important work and to be part of a community conversation that supports children, youth and families.![]()
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Pictured left to right: Joanne; Gwen Lamont, author; Camila, Haven Society representative and donation recipient supporting women and children; Teunis, mayor of Qualicum Beach; and Alice, SOS Child, Youth & Family manager.![]()
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#ChildYouthFamily #CommunitySupport #SocialWork #YouthIntervention #FamilyPrograms #BookPromotion #PositiveChange #SupportYouth #Oceanside #VanIsle #VancouverIsland #Qualicum #Parksville #SupportLocal #CanadianAuthors #SOS #WeAreCommunity
Celebrating 57 years of Community
Providing vital community programs
and services to local residents since 1968.
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