Volunteering: Art Gallery Paint-In
0Want to volunteer? These opportunities and more are available at Volunteer Victoria: 250-386-2269 or volunteervictoria.bc.ca
The Canadian Cancer Society is seeking customer service volunteers. Candidates must have strong verbal communication skills, basic computer knowledge and creative problem-solving abilities. No prior experience necessary, training provided. Available shifts: Tuesday / Thursday afternoons, 12:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. as well as on-call. Contact Corinna at cadams@bc.cancer.ca or call 250-414-4253.
Saanich Peninsula Hospital is seeking volunteers in the Guiding Stars Information Booth. This is a very important and valued assignment, since it is the first point of contact for many of our visitors and patients. Patients, visitors and staff are helped by the kindness of these volunteers. Training provided by experienced mentor volunteers. Free parking. Contact Bryony.Moorman@viha.ca
The MS Society is looking for volunteers to help at the MS Bike - Cowichan Valley on Aug. 10-12. The ride begins at Camp Pringle and tours through the beautiful Cowichan Valley. Spend the afternoon at a winery or help us at our banquet. To sign up, email Jenessa.Noviello@mssociety.ca or call 250-388-6496 ext 7326
Hosted by Saanich Parks and Recreation, the Cadboro Bay Festival is looking for Children’s Activity Assistants on Sunday, Aug. 12. From 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at Gyro Park, volunteers will supervise, facilitate and engage youth in a variety of activities such as bouncy castles, arts and crafts and the Saanich Experience Game. Applicants 16 years and older are invited to apply at http://bttr.im/jkq1q
The Mustard Seed Street Church: The Viewfield Food Rescue Distribution Centre just received a brand new commercial processing kitchen. If you have a desire to create innovative and exciting recipes, contact The Mustard Seed Street Church. Volunteer @mustardseed.ca or 250-220-6991.
The Phillips Backyard Weekender is looking for volunteers. A 12-hour commitment gets you entry into the weekend-long concert held July 20-22 in the backyard of Phillips Brewery. For information, please email volunteer@atomiqueproductions.com
Pacific Women’s Day is the annual conference for women in the Defence Community. It takes place on Nov. 24, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., at Royal Roads University and consists of workshops, a keynote speaker, and engaging activities. We are looking for volunteers to present workshops. Call Ekaterina 250-363-2640 esquimaltmfrc.com/event/pacific-womens-day/
Seniors Serving Seniors is seeking volunteers to train in September for our Return to Health program. Volunteers support vulnerable seniors who are transitioning back home after a hospital stay. They assist our clients to maintain their dignity, self-worth and independence by promoting personal contact and activities through the transition. Training to begin early October 2018. Contact Julie at 250-382-4331.
31st TD Art Gallery Paint In — July 21. Join us for one of Victoria’s most beloved outdoor events. Artists’ booths line up along Moss Street from Fort Street all the way to Dallas Road. This year, the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria is looking for 300 volunteers to help us successfully execute the event. Contact Emma Hamill at 250-384-4171 ext. 232 or ehamill@aggv.ca
The James Bay Market is looking for volunteers. The market runs from May 5 to Sept. 29 at the corner of Menzies and Superior streets. Task descriptions and application can be found on our webpage: jamesbaymarket.com/volunteer/