SOS - Helping Families Thrive

Helping Families Thrive Children grow best when they feel safe.

Youth thrive when they feel connected.

Families move forward when they know they have support.

EARLY YEARS PROGRAMS

CHILD & FAMILY PROGRAMS

ACADEMIC SUPPORT

YOUTH PROGRAMS

RECREATION ASSISTANCE

Every stage of growing up matters.

SOS supports children from ages 0 to 18, while empowering families and caregivers who guide them, ensuring no age group is overlooked.

Together, we are helping families thrive — today and for the future.

Growing Up Today Comes with Real Pressures

Families in our District 69 communities are carrying more than ever

SOS helps to create moments that matter.

• Parents are balancing rising costs and long work hours.

• After-school activities build confidence.

• Teens are searching for belonging in an increasingly complex world.

• Tutoring can change a student’s trajectory.

• Grandparents are stepping into caregiving roles.

• Children are experiencing increased anxiety and depression earlier than ever.

Without accessible, affordable programs, challenges can become lasting barriers.

SOS programs are free for families whenever possible, ensuring that cost is not a barrier to connection and support.

• Safe spaces prevent isolation.

• Family connection brings hope.

Tutoring is offered at just $5 per session, and GradWear provides a complete graduation outfit for only $10.

Community Snapshot

453

children and caregivers supported in early years programs last year

143

children and youth accessed recreation they otherwise could not afford

95%

of youth say SOS programs meet their needs

100%

SOS support at the right time changes outcomes for years to come.

Support at Every Stage of Growing Up Early Years (Ages 0–5)

Pre-Teen Years (Grades 7–8)

TICTAC

School Night Out

A safe, welcoming space where young children build social skills and confidence while caregivers connect and recharge.

Intermediate Years (Grades 4–6)

Structured activities, mentorship and positive peer connection during a critical developmental stage.

Kids Movement

Youth Open Space

This program encourages creativity, physical activity and belonging during confidence-building years.

An inclusive, supportive environment where teens can connect, grow and feel accepted.

Family Night (for local families)

A safe and relaxing space for families to enjoy quality time together while SOS takes care of dinner and entertainment.

Teen Years (Grades 9–12)

All of these programs are free to attend.

Removing Financial Barriers SOS Tutoring (Grades 6-12) Affordable tutoring that strengthens academic skills and boosts confidence –– just $5 per session.

GradWear

Helps ensure local graduates and their dates can celebrate graduation ceremonies with confidence and pride –– a complete outfit for just $10.

Recreation Assistance for Children & Youth (RACY) RACY helps local children and youth access recreational activities that they would not otherwise be able to afford.

When children feel supported, their families feel relief.

When children and youth find belonging, communities grow stronger.

SOS supports children and youth from ages 0 to 18, as well as the parents, grandparents and caregivers who care for them.

Helping Local Families Thrive

When you support SOS, you help ensure

SOS programs are designed to remove financial barriers. Most programs are free.

Tutoring is just $5 per session. GradWear provides a full graduation outfit for $10.

• Our safe, inclusive spaces remain open and vibrant

Starts with You

Your support helps make this possible.

• Early years, after-school, and family night programs remain free

• SOS Tutoring stays accessible and affordable

• Financial barriers do not prevent participation • Caregivers feel connection and relief

• Children, youth and families remain supported Your involvement strengthens families today and future generations to come.

245 Hirst Avenue West, PO Box 898 | Parksville BC V9P 2G9 250 248 2093

250 248 8433

sos@sosd69.com

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