COMMUNITY PROGRAMS

Each summer the EMCS Society hires a Summer Youth Engagement Coordinator to facilitate for youth by youth events, grassroots community action, and aid in regional decision-making. The objective of Youth For Sooke is to initiate and organize new events and initiatives for youth in our region.  

Sarah Richer is the Literacy Outreach Coordinator for the Sooke Region. See here for more information about her exciting projects such as Books for Breakfast and the Book Bin program, or send her an email.

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Good Food Box is an alternative food distribution system for sustainably grown fruits and vegetables. The highest quality produce is purchased which ensures variety, freshness and affordability. Priority is given to locally grown produce with a focus on seasonal fruits and vegtables.

Call the Program Office to order: 250-642-6371.

Collect your Good Food Box at the high school between 1-5 pm on our pick up date. 

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www.thegoodfoodbox.ca 

Order Date

January 15
February 12

March 4

April 15

May 13 

June 10

July 15

August 12

September 9

October 7

November 10(Tues)

December 9

Pick Up Date

January 22

February 19

March 11

April 22

May 20

June 17

July 22        **P/U by 3pm

August 19    **P/U by 3pm

September 16

October 14

November 18

December 16

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Now in its 10th year, this summer program provide a rich play-based learning environment for 4 weeks, immersing students in literacy & numeracy activities designed to foster their existing academic skills, and to improve their self-confidence and enjoyment in these subject areas.

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In 2019, the program was funded by EMCS Society, Pacific Institute for the Mathematical Sciences, the Rotary Club of Sooke, Excellence in Literacy Foundation, Decoda Literacy Solutions - Sooke Region Literacy Task Group, Sooke Harbourside Lions, HRSDC, as well as donations from Cathy's Corner Cafe, Andy's 2-for-1 Pizza, and School District No. 62(Sooke). These funders made it possible to offer the camp to families at no charge.

The 2019 full report is available through the link below.

Click here for more information