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.

Click here to view the SOS Summer Program Guide
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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.

Share

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)

Visit the Thrift Shop Page
SOS thrift shop

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

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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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“Our favorite pastime store.”

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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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Explore, Watch & Connect With SOS

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Watch the SOS- We Are Community podcast
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Society of Organized Services

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

Society of Organized Services

2 days ago

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🎙️ A new episode of the SOS – We Are Community podcast is out now! In this episode, our Child, Youth & Family Manager, Alice, shares all about our fun and free SOS Summer Programs for local children, youth and families.📞 Ready to register? Call us at 250-248-2093.🎧 Watch the full episode here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=eo9ZWz9LDAYDon’t forget to Like and Subscribe, and stay connected to all things SOS!View our Summer Program Guide here: issuu.com/sosd69/docs/sos_summer_program_guide_2025 #SOSCommunity #YouthPrograms #SummerFun #ChildDevelopment #FamilySupport #CommunityEngagement #PodcastEpisode #YouthActivities #FreePrograms #LocalEvents #Oceanside #NanooseBay #Parksville #Qualicum #Coombs #Errington #SOS #WeAreCommunity ... See MoreSee Less

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Friendly reminder that SOS is open today! SOS Thrift Shop, SOS Community Services Centre, and all programs and services will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, July 1 for Canada Day.Wishing you a safe and happy celebration! 🎉🍁 #parksville #qualicum #nanoosebay #oceanside #vanisle #thriftshop #sosparksville #vancouverisland #holidayhours #supportlocal #happycanadaday #thrifting #SOS #WeAreCommunity ... See MoreSee Less

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3 days ago

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☕️ Connection, community, and coffee!Our recent Volunteer Coffee Chat brought together SOS volunteers and staff for a lively round table discussion. Program Coordinators shared how our Meals on Wheels and Child, Youth & Family programs support the community—and the unique roles volunteers play in making them possible.Our Volunteer Resources Coordinator also spoke about opportunities and tasks involved with Administration and Event Volunteers, helping attendees learn more about the variety of ways to get involved. Volunteers shared their own experiences, asked thoughtful questions, and had great conversations with one another.There really is a role for everyone at SOS! 💙🌈 #CommunitySupport #SOSVolunteers #MealsOnWheels #ChildYouthFamily #VolunteerOpportunities #CoffeeChat #CommunityConnection #VolunteerEngagement #SupportLocal #Oceanside #VanIsle #VancouverIsland #SOS #WeAreCommunity ... See MoreSee Less

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🌈 Showing our colours with pride! 🌈June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate love, diversity, and inclusion. For Pride Day (June 29), our SOS Thrift Shop, Admin and Child, Youth & Family teams stand in solidarity with the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.At SOS, we believe everyone deserves to feel seen, safe and supported. Whether through our programs, services or day-to-day interactions, we’re committed to fostering a welcoming space where everyone can be themselves.Happy Pride! 🏳️‍🌈#PrideMonth #PrideDay #2SLGBTQIA #InclusiveSpaces #LoveIsLove #CelebrateDiversity #SafeSpaces #ThriftWithPride #InclusiveCommunity #SupportAndSolidarity #CommunitySupport #VancouverIsland #VanIsle #Oceanside #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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