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Interior Health Session

Wednesday, March 11th, 2026 2:00pm Start Your Career in Healthcare! Are you interested in working in healthcare but not sure where to start?We invite you to attend our Information Session with Interior Health to learn more about exciting opportunities in the healthcare sector. What We Will Cover:• Overview of the Health Career Access Program (HCAP)• […]

BC Housing Session

Thursday, March 5th, 2026 3:00pm – 4:30pm Join SOICS and BC Housing for an informative session on BC Housing programs, including affordable housing options and other available supports.  Register today! admin@soics.ca (250) 492-6299

Workplace Safety

Wednesday, February 25th, 2026 10:00 am We invite you to our free workplace safety workshop for migrant workers in British Columbia! – Wednesday, February, 25th @ 10:00 AM– 340 Ellis St, Penticton (SOICS Office) Key Learning Outcomes: Basic worker rights and responsibilities under WorkSafeBCRecognition of workplace hazards and injury preventionReporting unsafe conditions or work-related injuriesResources […]

Canadian Citizenship Prep

Saturday, February 28th, 2026 9:00am – 12:30pm Ready to take the next step? Join our 5-week program to get you prepared for your Canadian Citizenship Knowledge Test! At our SOICS Office (340 Ellis St, Penticton) Register today!admin@soics.ca | (250) 462-6299

OneWorld Multicultural Festival

Saturday, February 21st, 2026 11:00am – 3pm Join SOICS for the 13th Annual OneWorld Multicultural Festival on February 21, 2026, at the Penticton Lakeside Resort & Conference Centre.With over 35 countries represented, the OneWorld Multicultural Festival is a vibrant showcase of traditions, dance, food, art, and entertainment from around the globe. This FREE, family-friendly event […]

Income Tax Preparation

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 1:20pm-6pm Join SOICS for our Annual Tax Clinic starting February 26th, 2026. Appointments are available on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with only Thursdays in April. Call to schedule your appointment and check availability. Online tax assistance may also be arranged. *For individuals with modest incomes and simple tax scenarios*($40,000 for a […]

Craft Social: Valentines Day Bouquet

Monday, February 9th, 2026 at 6:00pm-8pm Learn how to design your own Valentine’s Day flowers to give to someone special. 💐 We will be making a variety of paper flowers into a lovely bouquet. Join us for a fun and creative experience as you craft something one-of-a-kind for your Valentine.➡️ Age Requirement: Suitable for ages […]

Board Game Night

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 5:00pm-7pm Join us for our Board Game night! Every last Thursday of the month. Its a great opportunity to practice your English skills, socialize, and learn a new game. Bring your own game or play one we already have. Contact us to register : admin@soics.ca, (250) 492-6299

Seasons Presentation with Anona Kampe

Friday, February 13th from 2:00pm-3pm The syilx Okanagan calendar is based on the 13-moon cycle. Anona will share about the various seasons in a calendar year and what the syilx Okanagan people call them in nsyilxcn. She will explain the “months” in a year and also what they are called in the syilx Okanagan language. […]