Sooke Region Resources - Information Clearinghouse

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Training & Education

Address:

226-1991 Kaltasin Road

Sooke, BC V9Z0B7

Contact name:

Darren Alexander

Contact phone:

250-642-7994

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Sooke Martial Arts Association

Administrator — Tue, 04 Feb 2014 21:21:37 +0000

SECTION I: GENERAL INFORMATION

We are a family oriented club promoting and teaching the art of Shotokan Karate as well as street defence.
Our primary goal is to develop self-confidence and discipline, while teaching self defence techniques that will enable our students to protect themselves in dangerous situations and to deal with life's more unpleasant moments. Along with the student's physical fitness and mastering of techniques, there should also be mental and emotional growth and development. We do not promote aggressive behaviour, and such conduct is not tolerated.

If you are a parent of a student, we welcome your input and involvement, as the Martial Arts is not only a sport, but also a way of life, and thus involves all family members.

We hope that you will enjoy being a member of the Sooke Martial Arts Association. We trust you will find training with us mentally challenging, physically beneficial, emotionally rewarding, and above all else - FUN!

For more information check out our website.

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Recreation

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Address:

Sooke Community Hall

2037 Shields Rd

Sooke, BC V9Z 0L6

Contact phone:

250-642-2452

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Registered Society

Westshore Voice News

Editor Sooke Voice News — Fri, 16 Aug 2013 19:47:00 +0000

SECTION I: GENERAL INFORMATION

The Sooke Voice News is a community newspaper published weekly on Fridays in Sooke, BC, Canada.

News coverage includes local and regional articles about the community, local government, business, the economy, the arts and events.

The full print edition is available at local newsstands and to read free at coffee shops and the Sooke Library.

Full edition is also available online at WestShore Voice News

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https://southislandliteracy.com/programs-2

Address:

Sooke, BC

Contact name:

Mary P. Brooke

Contact phone:

(250) 642-7729

Organization structure:

Commercial/For-Profit

Sooke Region Literacy Project

Sooke Literacy — Fri, 16 Aug 2013 19:45:49 +0000

SECTION I: GENERAL INFORMATION

The purpose of the Sooke Region Literacy Project is to build community and help people in the Sooke Region achieve the sense of empowerment that goes along with literacy. Our community development work is aimed at enhancing, coordinating and creating literacy programs in the Sooke Region, from East Sooke to Port Renfrew, making sure that everyone has access to the learning opportunities they need to fulfill their full potential.

So what do we actually do? Sometimes our literacy work provides financial assistance to an existing community program so they can offer childcare, ensuring that parents can participate in a program that has literacy-enhancing components. Our work may involve supporting literacy programs by helping them buy books and materials. Other times, we talk to people offering community programs to help them add a literacy component to what they already do.

We also do research in our community to determine what programs we need to create or bring in in order to make sure the needs of all our citizens are met.

For more information click the link below

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Donations

Grants

Organize festivals, courses, activities, programs, competitions, games

Instruction

Leisure Activities

Address:

Sooke, BC

Contact name:

Kate Barton

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Otter Point, Shirley & Jordan River Residents and Ratepayers Association

Otter Point, Shirley & Jordan River Residents & Ratepayers Association — Fri, 16 Aug 2013 19:43:02 +0000

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WHO WE ARE

The Otter Point, Shirley and Jordan River Resident and Ratepayers Association (OPSRRA), a non-profit organization established in 1992, represents about 400 residents from these three small, unincorporated communities west of Sooke, British Columbia

Otter Point, Shirley and Jordan River are three separate rural communities west of Sooke, B.C. (formally recognized by the Capital Regional District in 1995).

WHERE WE ARE

Otter Point stretches along Otter Point Road, Kemp Lake Road and along West Coast Road from Sooke to Muir Creek (near Sheringham Point).

Shirley continues along West Coast Road from Muir Creek to Jordan River. Shirley includes Point no Point and French Beach Provincial Park.

Jordan River continues from Shirley along West Coast Road, and past the River Jordan, to Second Creek (just east of China Beach).

OPSRRA's PURPOSE

To ensure that the Otter Point, Shirley and Jordan River communities' development takes place in an orderly way and in the best interest of its residents.
To co-operate with local government and other public bodies to further OPSRRA's objectives and benefits to the communities.
To concern itself with the performance of government agencies.
To encourage citizens to stand for public office.
To promote community spirit and sense of identity by organizing or supporting appropriate activities.

For more information and to join, please visit our website or contact usl at opsrra@gmail.com

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Planning

Training & Education

Address:

Sooke, BC

Contact name:

Fiona McDannold

Contact phone:

(250) 646-2730

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Transition Sooke

Transition Sooke — Fri, 16 Aug 2013 19:42:25 +0000

SECTION I: GENERAL INFORMATION

Transition Sooke (aka the Sooke Transition Town Society) was founded in 2011 by a group of residents dedicated to working with "local people, strengths and solutions" to once again make Sooke a resilient and sustainable community in keeping with its long pioneer and First Nations traditions. Part of the world-wide Transition Network, TS is one of nearly 1,0000 Transition initiatives globally and more than 80 in Canada (including Victoria, Vancouver, the Alberni, Cowichan and Comox valleys, Powell River, and Salt Spring Island).

Sooke already has a wonderfully strong community spirit. As a new organization, we're keen to launch projects and work alongside other local organizations for common purposes. We're positioned to explore the creative possibilities of local action to reduce our dependence on fossil fuels, increase local food security, lobby for initiatives at the municipal level and, in general, develop simpler, happier, more sustainable lifestyles rooted in this remarkable community.

We are run entirely by a core team of volunteers and governed by the Society Act of British Columbia. A life membership is automatically extended to anyone who signs up for our email list by sending a request to sooketransition@gmail.com. Membership carries no cost nor obligations, and can be cancelled at any time by request. A monthly TS newsletter along with email reminders about upcoming events of interest to the Transition-minded are sent periodically. Your address will never be shared. Transition Sooke had approx. 240 members as of January, 2015.

Visit our website for more information as well as our Facebook page and Twitter account @SookeTransition. Learn more about the Transition Town movement here and watch the acclaimed 2013 documentary In Transition 2.0.

Transition Sooke working groups:

i) Zero Waste Sooke, a citizen's initiative founded in January, 2015 and coordinated by Steve Unger. Learn more at the ZWS Facebook page and website.

ii) Wild Wise Sooke, a new wildlife education group launched in April, 2015, directed by Debb Read and Nitya Harris with guidance by a steering committee that includes councillor Ebony Logins, the District of Sooke's Laura Hooper, the Chamber of Commerce's Travis Butler and Transition's Jeff Bateman.

iii) Permaculture Sooke, a monthly meet-up group coordinated by Tony and Christiana St-Pierre that gathers at Cast Iron Farm across from Sunriver Community Garden on the fourth Saturday of each month @ 2 p.m.

Several documents of note:

i) Our October, 2014 Open Space visioning document based on the input of three dozen residents, including Mayor Tait and councillors Parkinson, Pearson and Reay;

ii) A summary of our November, 2012 Forum on the Local Economy held at the Sooke Harbour House.

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Organize festivals, courses, activities, programs, competitions, games

Address:

Sooke, BC V0S 1N0

Contact name:

Jeff Bateman,

Contact phone:

(250) 642-2056

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Registered Society

Sooke Region Communities Health Network

Sooke Region Volunteer Centre — Tue, 13 Aug 2013 19:34:08 +0000

SECTION I: GENERAL INFORMATION

Since 2003 we have worked to create a strong partnership of groups concerned with serving Sooke region communities and promoting health and wellness. In 2014 CHI merged with the Sooke Cooperative Association of Service Agencies (CASA). The Sooke Region Communities Health Network (SRCHN) has many individual participants who volunteer their time and have effectively had a beneficial impact across dimensions of health and social care in our region. Members, who elect the Board of Directors, include local residents, family doctor, social service agencies, VIHA representative and other relevant regional agencies. We already have a superb track record of effective achievements serving the community, such as, the development of Sooke Youth Council, formation of Sooke Region Volunteer Centre, publication of a community needs assessment and a guide to free or low-cost counseling services, meals, medical equipment and clothing available in the area from Beecher Bay to Port Renfrew. SRCHN has had a far-reaching impact on public awareness of health-related community matters.

We are interested in attracting members from the local regional community who share our vision and values. Members will benefit from participating in local community developments and contributing to plans and community resources. Members also elect the Board of Directors who are responsible for the governance of for their abilities and experiences and are able to contribute to the strategic direction of this important local co-operative. Members are not expected to have an in depth understanding of our history or operations, but you should be able to use your knowledge and experience to guide you and other Members as we develop our strategic direction and strive to increase our capacity.

Current SRCHN projects and initiatives:

Community liaison with Island Health's Integrated Health Network
Sooke Region Volunteer Centre
Age Friendly Sooke Committee
Sooke Region Foundation Working Group
CASA Community Garden
Representation on the Primary Health Care Services Working Group (PHCSWG), Partners for Better Health and the Child & Youth Mental Health Initiative
South Island Division of Family Practice - Partners For Better Health Committee

The SRCHN group meets 10 times a year for a maximum of 2 hours, plus a shorter Annual General Meeting. The agenda for these meetings include; updates related to the Sooke Integrated Health Network, reports of committees including the community garden and volunteer centre, partnerships and funding opportunities, liaison with the District of Sooke and any other relevant items. We may also have guests presenting information pertinent to our objectives. The main role of a Member is to exercise your best judgment, based on your knowledge, skills and abilities. Be respectful of the opinions of others and be prepared. Follow the guiding principles: Is this the right thing to do? Is it fair? How are we benefiting the community? By working together, and with your help, we will continue our successful work enhancing the wellness and health of Sooke region community.

Board meetings are currently held monthly on the 4th Wednesday of the month at the Sooke Child, Youth & Family Centre, 6672 Wadams Way. All are welcome to attend.

Please contact Christine Bossi, SRCHN Coordinator, 250-858-3458 or srchn@sookeregionchn.org for further details.

To go to the SRCH website click here

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Volunteering

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Address:

6672 Wadams Way

Sooke, BC V9Z 0H3

Contact name:

Christine Bossi

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(250) 858-3458

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Registered Charity

Shoppers Drug Mart 0223- Sooke

Shoppers Drugmart — Wed, 31 Jul 2013 21:13:20 +0000

SECTION I: GENERAL INFORMATION

Canada's leading retailer of beauty, health and pharmacy products and services.

For more information check out the Shoppers DrugMart website.

Main services:

Health Care

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Instruction

Medical Care

Address:

6660 Sooke Rd

Sooke, BC V9Z 0A5

Contact phone:

(250) 642-5229

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Commercial/For-Profit

Sooke Family Resource

Sooke Family Resource Society — Wed, 31 Jul 2013 21:05:41 +0000

SECTION I: GENERAL INFORMATION

Sooke Family Resource Society is dedicated to caring for families and individuals of all ages primarily in the Sooke Region and Westshore communities by providing services in parenting support, child, youth and family development, as well as mental health and addictions. For more information about our programs and services, please visit our website.

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Social Services

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Contract Government Services

Child Minding

Clothing Exchange

Counseling

Equipment Lending

Food or Meals

Address:

100 - 6672 Wadams Way

Sooke, BC V9Z 0H3

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(250) 642-5152

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Sooke Food Bank Society

Sooke Food Bank — Fri, 26 Jul 2013 20:15:28 +0000

SECTION I: GENERAL INFORMATION

The Sooke Food Bank Society provides one hamper per month to those in need. The Food Bank is open the 1st, 2nd & 3rd Thursdays of each month from 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Please bring your & your dependents' Care Cards and proof of residence with you (i.e. utility bill, drivers license, etc.). Access to the Food Bank is across from the murals in the parking lot, across from Mom's Cafe. For more information please leave a message at 250-642-7666 and someone will return your call.

You can also follow us on FaceBook.

For more information please go on their website: https://www.foodbanksooke.org

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Food Security/Farming

Social Services

Volunteering

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Emergency Supplies

Food or Meals