SOS News

A fundraising concert on May 26 will benefit local women and children fleeing domestic violence. A Woodwind quintet called the Faire Wyndes will perform at 2 p.m., May 26 at Knox United Church. For more information please see the poster below....

SOS is excited to announce two program expansions that took place in Qualicum Beach in April 2019, to meet needs in the region.  The Seniors Connecting program is now meeting weekly in Qualicum Beach, instead of monthly. The program is available to seniors 65+...

It was wonderful to see many of our volunteers at the Volunteer Recognition and Years of Service Ceremony on April 11. Volunteers make such a difference in our communities and SOS is so lucky to have such wonderful people on our team! Volunteers...

Please click here, or on the image below, to view the Spring 2019 Newsletter.

The SOS Income Tax Program is in full swing, filing taxes for low-income individals and families at no cost. The program is available for residents to access at both our Parksville and Qualicum Beach Community Services Centres, and runs select days...

Do you know a senior in Qualicum Beach or surrounding area who needs assistance getting to the grocery store? There is space on the Oceanside Better at Home Grocery Shopping Bus in Qualicum Beach! Residents who live in Bowser, Qualicum Bay, Qualicum Beach, Coombs...

A number of community leaders visited the SOS Toy Shop prior to it opening up for local families in-need this year. The new Mayors both attended a Toy Shop tour, as well as councillors from City of Parksville and Town of Qualicum Beach. We...

More than 100 local seniors enjoyed a memorable afternoon this month, with delicious food, live music, dancing, Christmas trivia, prizes and more at the annual SOS Seniors Connecting Christmas Luncheon. Participants of the group were treated to a lunch catered by...

Volunteers enjoyed a traditional Christmas meal, live entertainment, treats from Santa, as well as prizes at the SOS Volunteer Appreciation Christmas Dinner. About 250 volunteers and their spouses attended the annual event, which celebrates the impact SOS...

The Tigh-Na-Mara Toy Drive was a fantastic example of community supporting community and making sure our residents in-need experience some joy at Christmas. A big THANK YOU to everyone who came out to the 10th Annual Tigh-Na-Mara Toy Drive, supporting the SOS...

  Although she couldn’t make it to our Golden Jubilee event on Nov. 4, Queen Elizabeth II sent “warm good wishes” in a letter, along with regrets that she couldn't make the event. A wonderful time was had by all at the Golden Jubilee event, complete with...

The Annual Silver Spur Toy Ride was a great success! 45 riders and their horses, decked out in Christmas attire, made their way through the streets of Parksville with a wagon, collecting toys for the SOS Caring for Community at Christmas program. The Silver Spur...

Come behold a fantastic, warm, winter sight as the Silver Spur Toy Ride kicks off it's annual event this Sunday, Nov. 18. In past years, up to 40 horses and riders have donned Christmas attire and paraded through the streets of Parksville, collecting toys for...

Please click here to view the SOS Fall Newsletter 2018

Learn all about how SOS got started in District 69, how it has grown, what is offered today, and how you can get involved. Click here to watch the SOS 50th Anniversary...

We have our Winners for the 2018 SOS Halloween Costume Competition!Best Costume Theme: Child, Youth & Family Programming with The Slashers.Best Individual Costume: Karen Reierson with Treebeard from Lord of the Rings.People's Choice Award: Administration Team...

Happy Halloween from SOS! We need your help with our annual Halloween costume competition. Please click here to cast your vote for People's Choice Award.  Your choices are:1. Thrift Shop Team (Witches, devils, 50s)2. Admin Team (Lord of the Rings)3. Child,...

For 5 years, SOS and Haven Society have been taking care of women and children who are fleeing abuse in this region. The Parksville Qualicum Haven House is an invaluable resource, and we are looking to expand services to become a fully functioning Transition House,...

It was wonderful to recognized by local MLA Michelle Stilwell in the Legislature this month! Click here to...

In honour of our 50th Anniversary, the City of Parksville put a beautiful floral display together on the corner of Pym Street and the Island Highway. At the end of August, we were lucky enough to have the assistance of the Parksville Fire Department to get some...