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Active sitting members and community partners include representatives from:

MLA Stephanie Higginson’s officeCouncillor Sean Wood, City of Parksville Council LiaisonElizabeth Driver, Island HealthBrandon Riopka, Island HealthKajsa Stefiuk, Island Health Public Health NurseTracie Properi-Porta & Danielle Wittmyer, Ministry representativesJamie Baird, Oceanside Community Action TeamTina Nielson, Oceanside Outreach SocietySheila Simson, Knox United ChurchDiana Groffen, Oceanside Non-Market Housing CommitteeSara Schreider, Island Crisis Care Society (ICCS) representativeLocal service providers, outreach workers, peer-support workers, and community members with frontline and lived experience
The Oceanside Homeless Task Force is a collaborative community table focused on strengthening local responses to homelessness, poverty, housing instability, extreme weather, and service gaps across the Oceanside region.
The Task Force brings together community organizations, service providers, health partners, local government representatives, outreach workers, housing advocates, and people with frontline knowledge of the issues facing Parksville, Qualicum Beach, and surrounding communities.
Through regular meetings, shared planning, communication, and community coordination, the Task Force works to identify gaps, support practical solutions, improve service connection, and advocate for stronger responses to homelessness and housing insecurity in Oceanside. Leadership and Active Sitting MembersThe Task Force is led by Chair Shayla Day and Co-Chair Shelly McCullough, who is also a candidate for Parksville City Council.

Shelter Work

Working toward safer shelter options in Oceanside.
DayHomes contributes to shelter planning, housing-focused navigation, advocacy, and community coordination. Our approach puts dignity, practical safety measures, neighbourhood communication, and accountability at the centre.
Temporary Winter Shelter PilotThe proposed 10-space winter shelter pilot did not proceed. Earlier council presentations and the September community information session are past events. This proposal is not an operating shelter or an active booking service.
The Work ContinuesDayHomes continues to connect with community partners around shelter needs and gaps in local services. We welcome constructive conversations with residents, businesses, service providers, and potential partners.
Oceanside Housing PathwaysOur housing pathways map helps explain local housing supports and service connections.map.dayhomes.org
Community CoordinationLearn more about the Oceanside Homeless Task Force at oceansidetaskforce.ca.
Questions or ideas?Call or text 778-674-0535Email oceansidedayhomes@gmail.com

Historical shelter proposal and posters, September 2026

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The notices below document past work. The meetings have already taken place; the pilot did not proceed.

The proposed temporary winter shelter is moving through the City of Parksville’s Temporary Use Permit (TUP) process. We will be presenting the proposal to City Council on Tuesday, September 9, at 1PM, and community support is incredibly important as Council considers the next steps.



The proposal is for a small, temporary winter shelter offering up to 10 pre-booked overnight spaces for people experiencing homelessness in Oceanside. The program includes trained staff, clear operating procedures, a Good Neighbour Agreement, strict safety and accountability measures, regular program reviews, and ongoing communication with the surrounding community.



If you support this much-needed temporary winter shelter, please consider writing a short letter to Parksville City Council. It does not need to be lengthy, even one or two sentences written in your own words can make a meaningful difference.



**Send your letter of support to:****[council@parksville.ca](mailto:council@parksville.ca)**



Please include your name, your connection to the Oceanside community, and why you believe a temporary winter shelter is needed.



You can also meet the proposed operator, learn more about the shelter model, ask questions, and review the plans at our upcoming Community Information Session. September 23, Wednesday 5pm-7pm @ Shelly Hall: 186 Shelly Rd, Parksville, BC.
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Community Shelter Coordination & Connection

DayHomes Society is committed to strengthening community coordination around shelter, homelessness, and local support systems across Oceanside. Our online whiteboard was created as a shared space for community members, service providers, businesses, and local partners to come together, ask questions, share ideas, explore solutions, and stay informed on conversations that matter. Whether you are looking to learn more, offer support, take action, or simply stay connected, this collaborative space is open to everyone. It is a place to encourage discussion, improve communication, and help bridge gaps in awareness, access, and coordination across our district. We believe meaningful change happens when communities work together. By creating a more open and connected space for discussion, we can better support those who are underprivileged, unhoused, or living rough in our region.
Below is the link to join our online whiteboard and be part of the conversation.
HISTORICAL SHELTER ADVOCACYThe post and photos below document earlier shelter advocacy. This is a past event notice.
The City of Parksville is declining our Oceanside district a cold-wet-weather shelter. Find DayHomes alongside other non-profits as we protest every Friday at 1:00pm in front of City Hall (100 Jensen Ave E, Parksville)

Chek news was there, to read the full story clink the link...https://cheknews.ca/parksville-protesters-ask-city-for-a-winter-shelter-for-the-unhoused-1218780/