VOLUNTEERING: James Bay Market, Vic West Community Association
The James Bay Market operates, rain or shine, every Saturday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 4 to Oct. 5 from the corner of Menzies and Superior in James Bay. We are an outdoor market where interesting famers, food producers, vendors, crafters and customers all come together in the spirit of community. Currently we are recruiting for several volunteer positions all designed to help make the weekly market a super success. Market Setup Assistants; Tear-Down Assistants; Front and Exit Greeters and Coffee and Info Kiosk volunteers are all needed. Shift times vary between 7:30 a.m. and 3:45 p.m. depending on your volunteer role. If you want to join a fun team and learn more about how a community market operates, call Carole at 250-381-5323 or e-mail volunteer@jamesbaymarket.com
Lifetime Networks is looking for a volunteer who is interested in building a friendship with a middle-aged man who has a brain injury. An older volunteer able to commit to a long-term position and who understands that memory loss can occur with brain injury is an ideal candidate. This man needs physical support and uses a wheelchair so we hope to find someone who is able to travel and visit at his house. His interests and possible activities would include: watching sports together, playing video games together or going for walks around his neighbourhood. If this position is of interest please contact Emily at volunteer@LNV.ca or 250-477-4112 ext. 108.
The Vic West Community Association is seeking volunteers to support our annual Vic West Fest on June 8th in the beautiful Banfield Park. There are various roles available. Event set up and tear down, face painting, 50/50 ticket sales, even a social media associate to live post from the event! Most are two hours in duration. Volunteers will have a break out room with food and drinks provided. Vic West Fest Saturday June 8 sign up directly with this link https://signup.com/ go/nrWARdN] or via the Volunteer Victoria site. Email enquiries to volunteer@victoriawest.ca
Esquimalt Volunteer Recruitment Fair 2024. Are you passionate about making a difference in your community but don’t know where to start? Do you want to be part of a team dedicated to creating positive change? Look no further! Join the fun at our Volunteer Recruitment Fair April 18, 2024, 3 p.m.-7 p.m. at Esquimalt Rec Centre. Find 25+ local volunteer organizations under one roof on April 18. Meet a wide range of community groups and mingle with likeminded people. They are often looking for dedicated volunteers to join their team. Whether you’re interested in event planning, community outreach, fundraising, or something else entirely, there’s a place for you. Free admission.
The 25th Annual Victoria Ska and Reggae Festival is a super fun way to get involved in the community! The organization is currently seeking strong, dependable, and amazing people (ages 16+) for a variety of volunteer roles. Volunteer dates are June 19 to 23, 2024. Applications are being accepted now! Please visit https://victoriaskafest.ca/ volunteers and simply sign up. Contact Emily at volunteer@victoriaskafest.ca for more information.
Cool Aid Society’s Every Step Counts program at the TC10K on April 28, 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!
The Mustard Seed is looking for Volunteer Truck Drivers! Do you hold a Class 5 driver’s license 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 am. 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 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 Ron Skelton at presidenttargettheatre@gmail. com
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 and 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.