Thank you for your support of SOS Thrift Shop, you are supporting vital SOS community programs! Thrift Shop Donation Drop-Off Schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 10 am - 2 pm. Shopping Hours: Monday - Saturday, 9 am - 4 pm.
Join Us for an Evening of Empowerment at Superwoman Saturday!
SOS is honoured to be the recipient of this year’s Superwoman Saturday—a celebration of the strength, resilience, and spirit of women in our community.
Now in its third year, this annual Women’s Day event brings together professionals, caregivers, mothers, teens, and tweens for an evening of connection, inspiration, and fundraising supporting local programs that help women, children, and families.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, March 8
Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Qualicum Beach Inn Conference Room
Entry is by donation at the door:
A minimum donation of $10 includes a complimentary glass of bubbly
A donation of $12 or more includes bubbly plus one Door Prize raffle ticket
Throughout the evening, guests will enjoy:
Roaming canapés and a cash/card bar
Exciting Door Prizes and a Silent Auction featuring incredible items donated by local businesses
An inspiring atmosphere of community and celebration
Following the event, guests are invited to continue the festivities with a meal or drinks at the Qualicum Beach Café (reservations recommended).
SOS is grateful to be the beneficiary of this meaningful event, with proceeds supporting our essential programs for women, children, and families in need. We look forward to seeing you there!
Welcome to We Are Community Podcast from Podio Studio in downtown Parksville! This monthly series will share SOS news and information with you: our local community. Through this Video Podcast series, you’ll get a closer connection to our community, as you learn about the local issues that SOS is working to address, our events, programs, volunteer opportunities and more!
Check out our Nov 15, 2024 podcast below, where Lissa gets a guided tour of the Gradwear Program, dedicated to helping every teen shine on prom night.
Join us Wednesday, December 4th, for the 16th annual Tigh-Na-Mara Toy Drive!
Welcome to We Are Community Podcast from Podio Studio in downtown Parksville! This monthly series will share SOS news and information with you: our local community. Through this Video Podcast series, you’ll get a closer connection to our community, as you learn about the local issues that SOS is working to address, our events, programs, volunteer opportunities and more!
Check out our Dec 17, 2024 podcast below, where Lissa gets a guided tour of the SOS Toy Shop from Karen the volunteer Elf then sits down with Bonnie to talk about the financial goals of the SOS Caring for Community at Christmas program.
Welcome to We Are Community Podcast from Podio Studio in downtown Parksville! This monthly series will share SOS news and information with you: our local community. Through this Video Podcast series, you’ll get a closer connection to our community, as you learn about the local issues that SOS is working to address, our events, programs, volunteer opportunities and more!
Check out our Nov 15, 2024 podcast below, where Lissa sits down with Jim Hykaway, General Manager at Tigh-Na-Mara Resort, to discuss the 16th annual Christmas Toy Drive. But that’s not all! We are also joined by Zoe, our Communications Coordinator, to go over all the fun community events happening this winter around Oceanside.
Join us Wednesday, December 4th, for the 16th annual Tigh-Na-Mara Toy Drive!
Participants are invited to drop off new, unwrapped toys, gift cards, or financial donations for the Toy Drive that benefits the SOS Caring for Community at Christmas program. With these donations, SOS creates a fully-stocked Toy Shop for families in need. SOS also provides grocery store gift cards so people can enjoy a meaningful holiday meal. When you bring in your donation, you also get to enjoy a complimentary breakfast buffet at Tigh-Na-Mara on December 4 from 6:30 am to 10 am.
There are three ways to join in on the magic this year:
a. The Main Event:
Join us on Wednesday, December 4, from 6:30 am to 10 am at the Walbran Ballroom and Cedars Restaurant for the Tigh-Na-Mara Toy Drive. Participants are invited to drop off new, unwrapped toys, gift cards, or monetary donations and enjoy a complimentary breakfast.
b. Drive-Through Option:
For those unable to attend the breakfast, a convenient drive-through option will be available at the entrance. Simply drop off your donation and receive a coffee and muffin to-go.
c. Pre-Event Option:
Avoid the crowds by participating early! From Monday, November 18 to Friday, November 29, between 7:30 am and 11:30 am, bring your donation (new unwrapped toy, gift card, or cash) to Cedars Restaurant and enjoy a complimentary breakfast. Reservations are highly recommended.
