SOS News

Click here to read our Fall 2024 Impact Report. Learn about SOS news and initiatives, and how you can get involved!...

Tigh-Na-Mara Toy Drive – December 4 ‘Tis the season for the 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...

The Tim Hortons Holiday Smile Cookie- November 18 to 24 Kick off this Holiday season with kindness! Buy a Holiday Smile Cookie at our local Tim Hortons in Parksville to support your local community. Fifty per cent of proceeds will go directly to SOS Caring for...

The Project Connect Health Fair aims to connect individuals experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness with health and wellness services. The event takes place on Monday, October 7, from 12 pm to 3 pm at the Parksville Community Centre at 223 Mills Street. This year...

Back by popular demand, you are invited to join us on Saturday, October 5, from 9 am to noon, at the SOS Community Services Centre in Parksville for a free seminar about how to prepare for your personal and financial needs as you navigate the aging journey. Learn...

#SOSTeenShop is back and bringing the fun to back-to-school shopping! We've got: Unique finds Snacks & activities Awesome deals Sustainable fashion Music & good vibes The thrill of thrifting! Plus, every purchase gives back to the...

SOS Fall Program Guide is out now! This autumn, there’s something fun for everyone—whether you’re a tot, youth, adult, or senior. And when the going gets tough, you can always count on SOS programs for support. Click here to view the Fall Program Guide You can also...

  Click on the image to watch our latest episode of SOS's We Are Community podcast where we talk to Tom Jackson, Canadian actor, musician, activist and Companion of the Order of...

Canada Day- Volunteers Needed Click the link above to get the details on how to participate in our Decorating Team or to walk with SOS in Parksville's Canada Day Parade...

Click on the image to watch our second podcast where we discuss the Impact Makers...

Join us on May 1, 4:30 – 6:30 pm for another fabulous #SOS Teen Shop event! Available for all youth ages 12 – 19, visit the SOS Thrift Shop for awesome deals, food, prizes, selfie stations and more! With special guest, DJ Connor! We hope to see you...

  Join us for a free interactive seminar to learn how recreation can help kids thrive now and in the future! Child-minding services available.   Join us on Saturday, April 20 from 10 a.m. to noon, at the SOS Community Services Centre in Parksville for...

Tickets are on sale now! On June 7 at 6 pm, join us at Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort for a memoriable evening to support programs for local seniors to...

Read about the impact we've had on community with your support! Click here to open the Spring 2024 report and read about how we're supporting seniors, our upcoming Impact Makers Gala starring Tom Jackson, a new milestone for SOS Child, Youth & Family Programs,...

The SOS Mixers for the Middles Group have been working hard on planning and holding quarterly events per year. Recently, we held a Ticket to Ride Board Game Night at Railyard Games. It was a success! With many participants aged 22 - 65, whether they were new or...

Due to low registration number for this event, it has been canceled. We apologize for the inconvenience. Our next free event about the importance of play and recreation programs that support healthy development for children and youth will take place in April, and...

We wanted to provide some updates on our XYZ Generations Adults Group: We have changed the name of the group: Mixers for the Middles! We hosted a Foraging Tour led by Vancouver Island Tours. The weather turned out perfectly for this amazing forest walk in Coombs,...