Our Vision
Our Mission
Our Pledge
to provide a comfortable safe and healthy facility where all are welcome
to welcome and encourage cultural, artistic and racial diversity to meet visitor expectations
to be focused on being environmentally responsible
to foster relationships with community groups, charities and organizations who are like-minded
Our History
Duane Round
Duane Round President PCCS
Having moved here in 1976 he has volunteered with many Community Groups such as SOS, Inclusion Parksville, Parksville Lions, Kingsley Housing Society, ODCA, VI Water Watch, and many more.
After graduating from Ballenas High School he has owned and operated a successful local construction company for over 30 years, served on Parksville Council, and was Parksville Citizen of the Year in 2014.
“I believe in honesty, integrity, being fair, and admitting when I make a mistake” ~Duane Round
Duane’s passions are skiing, camping, gardening, nature, and taking care of his family.
Pat Famulak
Pat Famulak, Vice President
Pat moved to Vancouver Island 30 years ago and has worked in mental health for 13 years, at a program called Forward House, in Parksville.
Pat has been welcoming newcomers to Vancouver Island for the past 15 years. She joined the Parksville Community Centre in June 2022 and has been involved in the start-up of the Community Market and recruiting new volunteers for us. She believes in the togetherness and support of a united community.
Board of Directors
The PCCS Board of Directors is comprised of a group of community leaders who volunteer their time in overseeing the governance and operations of the centre.
The Board’s mandate is to ensure the centre continues to drive social, cultural and economic activity within the local community and encourage participation from all sectors, private, public, business and government.
Sue Hodges
Sue Hodges, Treasurer
Bio Coming Soon.
Albert A. Ruel
Albert A. Ruel, Recording Secretary
Albert was born in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, and raised in Port Alberni BC. Albert has lived in Parksville since 2009, and is an experienced advocate for people with visual impairments.
He holds a Social Service Worker Certificate and is passionate about helping people connect with their access to information and technology needs.
Most importantly, Albert is solution-focused, flexible, has a positive attitude and has a great sense of humour.
Patrick Proudlock
Patrick Proudlock, Director
Patrick Proudlock has lived in Parksville since 1999. Regarding the Parksville Community Centre, Patrick looks to the past and the future.
In 1922, a hundred years ago, Parksville was a village of 500 people. The Parksville Women’s Institute voted to acquire waterfront property for a community park and a community hall. Since then, hundreds of individuals, community groups and local businesses have contributed many hours of work and money to build a community centre.
Now, Patrick sees that this generation is as needy of a central meeting place as a century ago. He is convinced that today’s Parksville residents will carry the legacy with a fresh new vision.
Claire Stechishin
Claire Stechishin, Board of Directors
Claire Stechishin grew up in the Parksville-Qualicum area, graduating from Kwalikum Secondary School in 2010. While a high school student, she volunteered with community organizations like the Rotary Clubs of Parksville and Qualicum Beach. Before returning to the area in 2021, Claire lived in a number of different places across Canada, as well as in Poland, Australia, and the United Kingdom. She studied politics, law, and international relations while at university, both in Canada and abroad. Claire also worked for non-profits and other volunteer organizations that focus on anti-poverty, expanding legal rights, supporting people who have been marginalized.
As of 2021, Claire has been working for the BC Provincial Government, and currently works within the Ministry of Jobs, Economic Development & Innovation. Claire volunteers with local community organizations across central Vancouver Island, and has been volunteering with the Parksville Community Centre since April 2023.
Barbara Kennedy
Barbara Kennedy, Board of Directors
My name is Barbara Kennedy. I grew up in Hilliers and have lived on the island my whole life. I don’t think any place would feel more like home than here.
I have been employed at Cloverdale Paint in Parkville since 2004, becoming manager in 2010.
As a newcomer to the Parksville Community Center, I look forward to working with the Board of Directors and helping in any way I can to best serve the center and the community.
Parksville Community Centre Members
Facility Management & Event Planning Team
Room 109 (696 Sq Ft)
| Daily Rate* Open until 9:00pm max | $250.00 |
| Hourly Rate | $35.00 (min 2 hrs) |
Room 113 (635 Sq Ft)
| Daily Rate* Open until 9:00pm max | $250.00 |
| Hourly Rate | $35.00 (min 2 hrs) |
Room 117 Crafters (627 Sq Ft)
| Daily Rate* Open until 9:00pm max | $250.00 |
| Hourly Rate | $35.00 (min 2 hrs) |
Room 118 (546 Sq Ft)
| Daily Rate* Open until 9:00pm max | $250.00 |
| Hourly Rate | $35.00 (min 2 hrs) |
Office space 101 Bdrm
| Daily Rate* Open until 9:00pm max | $100.00 |
| Hourly Rate | $30.00 (min 2 hrs) |
Office space 102 (10’4″x8′)
| Daily Rate* /Monthly Open until 9:00pm max | $100.00 / $500.00 |
| Hourly Rate | $25.00 (max 2 hrs) |
Office space 104 (10’4″x8′)
| Daily Rate* /Monthly Open until 9:00pm max | $100.00 / $500.00 |
| Hourly Rate | $25.00 |
Office space 106 (10’4″x7’9″)
| Daily Rate* /Monthly Open until 9:00pm max | $100.00 / $500.00 |
| Hourly Rate | $25.00 |
Office space 108 (10’4″x8′)
| Daily Rate* /Monthly Open until 9:00pm max | $100.00 / $500.00 |
| Hourly Rate | $25.00 |
Centre Kitchen 112 (426 Sq Ft)
| Daily Rate* Open until 9:00pm max | $250.00 |
| Hourly Rate | $35.00 (min 2 hrs) |
Room 111
| Daily Rate* /Monthly Open until 9:00pm max | $100.00 |
| Hourly Rate | $25.00 (min 2 hrs) |
Outdoor space
| Max. Daily Rate* Open until 9:00pm max | # of stalls x $10.00 |
| Per Stall | $10.00 |
