Category: Past Events

Get Legal Advice

Thursday, March 5th, 2026 9:30 am- 3:00 pm A representative from the Thompson Okanagan Legal Clinic will be at our office once a month to assist with family law issues, including domestic abuse and divorces, deportation, and other matters. By Appointment only.  Register today! admin@soics.ca (250) 492-6299

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

Tax Workshop

Thursday, February 12th, 2026 | 5:00pm-7:00pm Join us at SOICS to learn about the Canadian tax system with guest speakers from Launch Okanagan! What you will learn:What taxes you need to pay, what benefits you are eligible to receive, and what taxes you need to pay. • Income, deductions and credits• How to file a […]