The Income Tax program is in full swing at SOS. Tax clinics take place at the SOS Community Services Centres from March 2 – May 14. Residents can book appointments for Mondays and Thursdays in Parksville, and Mondays and Wednesdays in Qualicum Beach. Once...

On Feb. 22 we are walking to help improve the homeless situation right here in Oceanside. Consider supporting our team, SOS and Friends, by making a donation, or by joining our team! Together we can make a difference. Our thanks to Island Crisis Care...

Looking to work on yourself and achieve personal growth this year? The Women’s Personal Growth program runs January 23 – April 9 at SOS in Parksville. See the poster below for more details. To register or for more information call 250-248-2093 ext....

By taking this short survey, you will be entered to win $25 in Thrift Shop gift certificates. This survey will help us ensure we are engaging with and supporting our residents. Thank you for your support!  Click here to take the survey!  ...

We had a wonderful evening celebrating our Volunteers and the impact they make on our communities on Dec.12. We heard music by local musician Robbie Noland, and we danced to music by The Revolving Doors. Many volunteers won door prizes donated by local businesses,...

This free program will help educate low income families on cooking healthy food on a budget. Seating is limited so please register now!  

What an incredible example of a caring community! Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Tigh-Na-Mara Toy Drive this year, we witnessed many big smiles and warm embraces, group photos with Santa and incredible Christmas spirit! A huge thank you...

Please click below to view our Fall 2019 Newsletter, filled with new SOS initiatives and information on the impact we are making in our communities, thanks to support from our residents.

We had a spooktastic time at our Halloween festivities! Our Annual costume comptetition tunred out to be another tough task for judges as everyone looked so incredible! But Directors John and Jo, our judges this year, did manage to pick some winners. Now we need...

Does your child need a hair cut? Have them looking their best while also supporting local families and individuals this Christmas!  Hair Stylist Aneilla Veselisin from Tigh-Na-Mara’s Grotto Spa created this event years ago, to support the SOS Caring...

Do you need help making ends meet this Christmas? Please register in person at one of the locations listed below. For more information, call 250-248-2093.  

SOS was proud to be part of the collaborative effort that connected dozens of homeless residents, and many who are at risk of homelessness, with essential items and resources last week during the sixth annual Project Connect Health Fair. The event, hosted by the...

SOS is proud to be participating in Active Aging Week, which takes place Oct.1-7. Come visit our Open House at Qualicum Commons on Oct. 2 from 10:30 – noon, where seniors can enjoy refreshments while learning about SOS programs and services. For more on local...

Community organizations in the region area are coming together again to offer our most vulnerable residents access to emergency services, items of necessity, and life saving resources under one roof. The 6th Annual Project Connect Health Fair will take...

Learn about federal government programs, services and benefits at a free seminar hosted by SOS on Oct. 3, 2019. A Service Canada representative will give a presentation and take questions. The semiars will take place at the SOS Community Services Centres in...

Please click here or below to view our Fall 2019 Program Guide.     

SOS and the Tenant Resource & Advisory Centre are hosting a free educational workshop to help local renters have successful rental outcomes. Whether you are just getting into the rental market or have been renting a home for many years, this workshop will help...

Do you take time to evaluate your own personal growth? Life can get busy, and we may not make the time to ensure we’re on the right path. If you need some time to work on yourself, grow with others, and gain inspiration, you may want to sign up for the Fall...

The story of SOS began with three women having a conversation around a kitchen table. Over the last 51 years SOS has grown to become an integral part of our community, created by community, and supported by community. But it wasn’t easy.  The new SOS...

Haven Society is seeking qualified women to join its volunteer Board of Directors. SOS collabroates with Haven Society on the Parksville Qualicum Haven House, a local safe home for women and their children who are fleeing abuse. Haven Society is looking for...