Volunteering: Parks Canada, Victoria sexual assault centre
Want to volunteer? These opportunities and more are available at Volunteer Victoria: 250-386-2269 or volunteervictoria.bc.ca
The Victoria Sexual Assault Centre is recruiting! We are looking for compassionate, collaborative and non-judgmental folks who have a working knowledge of sexualized violence, are comfortable working in a hospital and/or police station environment and have strong critical-thinking and listening skills to join our SART team. If interested, email volunteers@vsac.ca
Broadmead area Residents’ Association: Seeking an enthusiastic volunteer to manage BARA’s website. Familiarity with the content management system Wordpress is recommended. Public communication and marketing skills are assets. This position involves about an hour a month, working from home on your own computer. Contact: info@broadmead.ca
The Salvation Army Victoria Addictions & Rehabilitation Centre Victoria: Is looking for food services volunteers to assist our kitchen staff in preparing and serving meals for residents and people in need, for senior coffee hour service, and other support in our busy winter season. Contact Karla at 250-384-3396 ext. 243
Education is Power Africa: Volunteer Co-ordinator. This position is responsible for recruiting new volunteers and helping to develop a screening process and way to attract volunteers. A specific focus would be learning enough about Education Is Power Africa to develop a way of training volunteers to get involved in our youth outreach activities at area schools (Skype to Africa). Contact: Dave Cuddy 250-205-1062.
Sidney Concert Society: Is seeking Sidney Classical Orchestra board members and other volunteers. This is the 25th year of presenting concerts in Sidney. Volunteers will be part of a team that ensures the orchestra continues the tradition of bringing fine classical music to Sidney and the peninsula. Call Stephen Brown at 250-480-1133 info@sidneyclassicalorchestra.ca
Parks Canada (Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Sites): Ecosystem restoration for youth and school groups — As an ecosystem restoration volunteer, you help Parks Canada restore endangered Garry oak ecosystems at beautiful Fort Rodd Hill & Fisgard Lighthouse
National Historic Sites. Volunteering together is a great way to build team spirit! Gain hands-on experience in ecosystem restoration, enjoy the outdoors, and learn about Garry oak ecosystems. For this and other volunteer opportunities go to: pc.gc.ca/en/lhn-nhs/bc/fortroddhill/activ/activ2
Abbeyfield House St. Peter’s Society: Requires a treasurer to join their board of directors. The treasurer would be expected to attend board meetings (one Monday/month) as well as provide basic bookkeeping services (i.e. payroll, remittances, A/P, bank recs, etc. (approximately two hours a week). This a great opportunity for those wishing to enhance their resumé while providing a valuable service to a local non-profit. Contact: Susan King 250-888-3465.