VOLUNTEERING: Sendial Volunteer Shopping, Cool Aid Society
Sendial Volunteer Shopping Program
(Thrifty Foods): This program shops for customers who cannot easily shop independently. Seeking a kind and caring volunteer to phone customers and take orders on Wednesday mornings for James Bay. Orders are taken from home, then dropped off or emailed to the store. Attention to detail is required and grocery product knowledge is an asset. Orientation and training is provided. For info: 250-544-1234 or e-mail sendial@thriftyfoods.com
Cool Aid Society’s Every Step Counts
program at the TC10K on April 2, 2024 is looking for support! Be a part of our mission to empower individuals facing challenges with housing instability, mental health, and substance use, through physical activity and community engagement. Volunteer with us to help ensure a smooth event by marshalling and cheering on participants from 7 am to 11:30 am. If you are interested in joining us, please contact Alicia at ajones@coolaid.org to sign up today and make a meaningful difference!
Lifetime Networks is looking for a reliable and responsible volunteer to help a middle-aged male participant be active in the community. The volunteer needs to be a leader in making plans together. This man would enjoy going to the movies, library, arcade, and to do volunteer work together. He would love to meet someone who owns a dog. He lives downtown and travels by bus. If you’re interested in this volunteer opportunity please contact Emily at volunteer@LNV.ca or 250-4774112 ext. 108.
The Mustard Seed is looking for Volunteer Truck Drivers! Do you hold a Class 5 driver’s licence and have a passion for making a difference? We need your help to end food insecurity in Greater Victoria! Our casual positions offer 5 or 6-hour shifts starting at 7 a.m. We provide 2-3 weeks of training to ensure you’re confident and prepared to hit the road. You’ll help load and unload trucks, so be prepared for some lifting. Volunteers will need to share a driver’s abstract and pass a criminal record background check to ensure our team’s and the community’s safety. Ready to drive change? Fill out the application form at mustardseed.ca or contact Claudia at 778-677-1335
The Victoria Target Theatre Society
is seeking new board members. The Society provides educational and entertaining live theatre for and about issues relevant to seniors, using volunteer actors who are 55 plus. We perform mainly in senior’s residences and community centres. We seek volunteer board members who are passionate about theatre and serving the senior population of Victoria. The board has several positions open, including treasurer and secretary. The board meets once per month (during the day) by Zoom. We are a small society and board, so each member is expected to do some committee work, with summers off. Interested parties can get more information from our website http:// www.targettheatre.ca/ or by contacting the Board president, Ron Skelton at presidenttargettheatre @gmail.com
ElderDog Canada
is looking for a ‘dog person’ who cares about seniors and their pets, to be our new Foster and Rehoming Coordinator on the Saanich Peninsula. Operating entirely through dedicated volunteers, ElderDog Canada supports seniors who are experiencing challenges affecting dog care. Sometimes a dog needs foster care while their senior faces a short-term challenge. And sometimes a dog needs a new forever home due to their human’s residence change or death. The Foster and Rehoming Coordinator helps make happy endings happen for those special dogs. Reach out to Vicky at Saanichtosidneyldr@ elderdog.ca for more information. www.elderdog.ca
Victoria Disability Resource Centre
(817A Fort Street) is looking for a Reception/Front Desk volunteer. If you are looking for an opportunity to learn and practice office skills in a fun light-hearted workplace and in the doing give back to the persons with disabilities community, we would love to hear from you. Training & orientation provided. One or more 3.5 hours shift per week. Please call Nicole at 250595-0044 for more info.
Power To Be, a non-profit that creates access to nature for youth, families & adults living with a range of barriers is looking for several social media volunteers to help our marketing team during the Power To Summit event that will take place from May 24-26. Direction & information required will be provided by the Power To Be staff. Volunteers can work on-site or remotely. Please call Kevan at 250-385-2362 ext. 102 for more information.
Friends of Government House Gardens Society
is looking for volunteers. This spring we invite you to join our 200 enthusiastic volunteers who sustain and maintain these magnificent gardens on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. Let the fresh air and camaraderie nourish your physical and mental health while you help nurture the gardens. Find out more at fghgs.ca or e-mail newvolunteers@fghgs.ca
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Victoria
is looking for volunteer mentors. (Westshore area in particular.) Make a BIG difference by giving a LITTLE time. Spend two to four hours each week for at least one year helping a child/ youth reach their full potential. Extensive training is provided. Please call Talia at 250-475-1117 ext. 40 for more detailed information on this most meaningful volunteer opportunity.