VOLUNTEERING: Film festival; First Open Heart Society
Want to volunteer? Explore these opportunities and find more at Volunteer Victoria: 250-386-2269 or volunteervictoria.bc.ca Leadership Victoria
is looking for a program assistant for the 2019-2020 Community Leadership Development Program scheduled to launch in September 2019. The program assistant will support the program manager with administrative and logistics co-ordination of the program and with the recruitment of learners. The expected commitment is two to four hours per week. If interested in the position, please contact programmanager@leadershipvictoria.ca
Growing Chefs
is looking for volunteers to help deliver their classroom gardening and cooking program in local elementary schools to teach kids about healthy food and healthy food systems. Full training provided, volunteers work in teams, and volunteer commitment is minimal, just two hours every second week from April-June. To find out more or sign up to volunteer visit growingchefs.ca/volunteer-with-us or email admin@growingchefs.ca
Recreation Integration Victoria
is in search of volunteers for their leisure assistance program, a service that matches volunteers one-on-one with a person with a disability who has similar leisure and recreational interests. Together you go out into the community and participate in activities you both enjoy! Volunteers provide support and encouragement, and make a meaningful difference in someone’s life. Flexible time commitments. Contact: volunteers@rivonline.org
Lifetime Networks:
Is looking for a volunteer to build a friendship with an artistic woman in her 50s who experiences barriers. Activities she would love to share with a friend include attending music concerts, the theatre and special events, museum and art galleries, or painting in the park. For information, please contact Emily at 250-477-4112 or volunteer@Lnv.ca
The MS Society
is looking for volunteers to help on Wednesdays at Silver Threads with their art program. Volunteers will help for two to four hours between 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Contact Jenessa at Jenessa. Noviello@mssociety.ca or call 250-388-6496 ext. 7326
The First Open Heart Society:
Have you had open heart surgery? The First Open Heart Surgery Society is seeking past patients who would be willing to visit with current patients undergoing surgery to offer support and encouragement. Training provided. If this appeals to you, please contact the First Open Heart Society at 250-595-2123 or email: admin@fohs.bc.ca
The Mustard Seed Street Church The 25th Victoria Film Festival:
is looking for upbeat, communityminded volunteers who wish to compassionately serve their community. Shopping buddies and stockers are needed for the new Mustard Seed Market. Morning and afternoon shifts available for both roles. Apply in-person at 625 Queens Ave. or online: Volunteer@mustardseed.ca
We are seeking theatre venue volunteers for venues around Victoria and for the art show, to Feb. 10. Fifteen hours of volunteering earns five free films, an invitation to the EndFest party and a festival T-shirt. For more information and to volunteer visit: victoriafilmfestival.com/ volunteers/ or email volunteering@victoriafilmfestival.com
Victoria Chapter of Canadian Women for Women in Afghanistan:
Is seeking a treasurer to keep the financial records and track donations and craft sales at our events, to ensure accountability to donors and submit the documentation annually to CW4W Afghan in Calgary. Knowledge of Excel is an asset but not essential. For more information, contact Jill Leslie 250-391-3908
Gorge Waterway Action Society
is searching for outgoing and dedicated volunteers for the role of Gorge Waterway Nature House Interpreter. There is volunteer orientation event on Feb. 24 that will provide fun, food and facts about volunteering. For more information or to RSVP for the orientation event, please contact: gorgewaterway@gmail.com
Volunteer Victoria Volunteer Advising Services:
Are you looking for a volunteer opportunity but need assistance finding the perfect volunteer position? Schedule an appointment and one of Volunteer Victoria's advisers would be happy to assist you in your search to find that perfect volunteer fit. Just call reception at 250-386-2269 to schedule an appointment.