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VOLUNTEERI­NG: Film festival; First Open Heart Society

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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.

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