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Be part of the BIG picture by joining us at the Vancouver Sun Run as a Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver Charity Volunteer! &nbsp;Available shifts:Fri, April 17th (10AM - 3PM) - EXPO PACKAGE PICKUP&nbsp;Sat, April 18th (TBD &amp; 1:30PM - 6:30PM) - WRAP PARTY SETUPSun, April 19 (9AM - 2PM) - WRAP PARTY &amp; FINISH LINE CHEER &nbsp;Limited spots available - be sure to apply ASAP if interested. Perks: Each volunteer will receive a special souvenir T-shirt and refreshments. Student volunteers will receive a letter of completed volunteer hours via email (one week after the race). &nbsp;Apply through this posting or email us at <a href="http://volunteer@bbgvf.com/" target="_blank">volunteer@bbgvf.com</a> to receive information on how to officially register as a volunteer for this event!

Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver

Vancouver Sun Run - Charity Volunteer

Become a Volunteer Pet Therapy Team:Share your pet's unconditional love and affection by bringing therapy pet volunteering to people who could use a furry pick me up. Here at Pets and Friends we screen, support, and provide a network so you can make an impact.Description of Role:The organization’s mission is to provide and promote the healing comfort and companionship of animals through pet therapy visitations and it is our volunteer pet therapy teams who put this mission into action.&nbsp;Purpose:&nbsp;We are looking for individuals who would like to volunteer in their community with their pet (dog, cat or rabbit).&nbsp;Responsibilities:<ul><li>Adhere to and follow the policies and procedures set out by Pets and Friends</li><li>Annually renew your membership&nbsp;</li><li>Maintain and submit updated pet vaccinations while volunteering</li><li>Utilize Pets and Friends online CRM to record your pet therapy visitations and update any changes to personal information</li><li>Report any incidents, accidents or problems/concerns to the Pet Therapy Volunteer Coordinator</li><li>Let Pets and Friends know if your visitations stop</li><li>Represent Pets and Friends well by being professional, reliable and friendly</li><li>Maintain confidentiality at all times</li><li>Monitor your pet for signals of stress and act accordingly</li></ul>Eligibility&nbsp;Handlers must own their own pet to participate in this role.Handler Requirements<ul><li>Sixteen (16) years’ old or older</li><li>Commit to a regular volunteer monthly visiting schedule for a minimum of one (1) year</li><li>Submit to a criminal records check with vulnerable sector through Pets and Friends&nbsp;<ul><li>You&nbsp;must have a BC Services Card</li></ul></li><li>Attend a pet screening to evaluate your pet’s suitability for visitations</li><li>Attend a human-only orientation to learn&nbsp; more about Pets and Friends, our policies and procedures, and the pet therapy program itself</li><li>Be willing to pay an annual membership fee of $40.00</li><li>Be willing to wear the official uniform on all pet therapy visits (handler vest, pet bandana, and ID Badges)</li><li>Reside in the Lower Mainland of BC</li></ul>Pet Requirements<ul><li>One (1) year of age or older</li><li>Must be a dog, cat, or rabbit</li><li>Owned by, and have lived with, their handler for a minimum of three (3) months before filling out an application</li><li>Provide current vaccination certificates for all required vaccinations and maintain up-to-date vaccinations while volunteering</li><li>Receive annual veterinary health checks</li><li>Respond to basic cues (i.e.: sit, down, walk on a loose leash)</li><li>Be clean, healthy and well groomed (odor free, nails clipped and filed, teeth brushed)</li><li>Be friendly, social and enjoy meeting new people.</li><li>Successfully complete the Pets and Friends pet screening.</li></ul>Limitations:&nbsp;<ul><li>Pet screenings and visitations will not be carried out if the dog is in season.</li><li>Pets that are aggressive or have a history of aggression, jump on people, growl at other dogs or are not housetrained are not eligible to participate.</li></ul>Training: 2x hour general orientation is provided for all handlers.Time Commitment: Pets and Friends requires a minimum 12-month commitment of 1 visit per month. Days and times are flexible. Handlers should also consider grooming and travel time.Location: Services take place at health care and community sites throughout the Lower Mainland, such as hospitals, hospices, mental health programs, veteran community centres, and more; accessibility varies by location.&nbsp;Benefits:<ul><li>The opportunity to make a positive impact in your community.</li><li>Third-party liability insurance during volunteer visits.</li><li>Access to a plethora of pet therapy opportunities.</li><li>The opportunity to build a wonderful bond with your pet.</li></ul>Contact: For more information, <a href="https://www.petsandfriends.org/volunteer-with-your-pet" target="_blank">read the journey to become a pet therapy team and/or apply by clicking here,</a> or email us at <a href="mailto:info@petsandfriends.org" target="_blank">info@petsandfriends.org</a>.

Pets and Friends

Volunteer Pet Therapy Team

As featured in The Globe &amp; Mail and the CBC, Together Project’s Welcome Group Program matches volunteers with refugee newcomers for social and integration support over a period of 3-6 months. Volunteers will have the opportunity to meet with, and empower, Amharic/Tigrinya-speaking refugee newcomers in Greater Vancouver.Together Project is offering this program in collaboration with ISSofBC.Responsibilities:Volunteers will be assigned to their Welcome Groups and matched with refugee newcomer families based on things like availability, skills, location, shared interests, and family composition. We like to think there’s a match for every kind of Welcome Group.Over 3-6 months, volunteers will work together as a group to address the priorities identified by their matched household; in this way both newcomers and volunteers have an opportunity to get to know each other over time. As a volunteer, you can help newcomers with:-practicing conversational English skills-accessing and navigating services, like healthcare-finding and applying to employment opportunities-helping youth with school and extracurricular activities-socializing and helping newcomers learn about Canada &nbsp;We’re looking for volunteers who are:-Amharic and/or Tigrinya speaking-based in Greater Vancouver&nbsp;-passionate about helping newcomers and making social connections-organized-sociable-culturally sensitive-patient-interested in social work, immigration, and/or settlement-open to using virtual communication tools (e.g. WhatsApp, Zoom, etc.)Language:Volunteers must speak intermediate English and Tigrinya or Amharic.Commitment:Since we recommend a weekly interaction between Welcome Groups and matched newcomer families, most volunteers dedicate roughly 3-4 hours a month to their match over a 3-6 month period.These interactions can take place online or in-person, as preferred/convenient.Training:Together Project provides volunteers with training, guidance, and interpretation/translation assistance to help each Welcome Group maximize its impact. &nbsp;Apply Here:https://<a href="http://www.bttr.im/a772o" target="_blank">bttr.im/a772o</a> &nbsp; &nbsp;

Together Project

Amharic/Tigrinya-Speaking Welcome Group Volunteers for Refugee Newcomers in Greater Vancouver

Fire &amp; Flower is a local grassroots charity empowering girls and gender diverse youth aged 10-14 in BC's Lower Mainland through mentorship, community-building, and nature connection. We foster acceptance, helping participants build confidence and resilience for their transition into young adulthood. Please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://fireandflowergirls.org/" target="_blank">website</a> for more information.In Fall 2024, we welcomed our first full-time Executive Director and have had a tremendous year of growth (now offering our programs free of charge and dramatically increasing the number of youth we serve and our community of donors). We are reinventing ourselves to support this growth and are currently seeking 2-3 new passionate and talented leadership volunteers to join our Board of Directors&nbsp; for a 2-year term. We are a casual and collaborative group and pride ourselves on being an accommodating and organized group. Under the leadership of our current ED and our strategic plan, our Board has a clear vision and is well supported. We encourage individuals to contribute from their passions, interests, unique skills, and connections.&nbsp;If you want to be part of a connected team with a powerful mission, and help lead a charity through a period of dramatic change, then Fire and Flower may be for you.&nbsp;General Duties:<ul><li>Prepare for and attend monthly board meetings (at least 2 in person and the remaining virtually)</li><li>Provide governance and oversight</li><li>Support the organization's mission and objectives</li><li>Establish strategic direction and identify key policies</li><li>Oversee financial management&nbsp;</li><li>Support and participate in fundraising efforts&nbsp;</li><li>Monitor the performance of the organization with objectives and core values</li><li>Approve the budget and monitor financial performance&nbsp;</li><li>Participate in the evaluation of the board itself and the Executive Director</li><li>Attend and participate in the Annual General Meeting and the annual Board Retreat</li></ul>Accountabilities:<ul><li>Uphold the charity's values and ethical standards, and ensure financial sustainability</li><li>Provide expertise and support for capacity building</li><li>Foster community relationships and partnerships</li><li>Promote program impact and growth</li><li>Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion</li></ul>Preferred Skills / Strengths: &nbsp;<ul><li>Community involvement/connections (Priority)</li><li>Fundraising (Priority)</li><li>Financial Accounting/Bookkeeping Experience (Priority)</li><li>Nonprofit and charitable experience&nbsp;</li><li>Ethno-cultural/racial identity</li><li>Indigenous cultural competencies</li><li>Previous Board experience</li></ul>CRA Requirements for Board Members:<ul><li>Must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or belong to a specific class of individuals (eg. a protected person under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act)</li><li>Cannot be in undischarged bankruptcy</li><li>Must not be employed by, or receive direct or indirect financial benefits from the charity</li><li>The majority of the board members must be at arm's length from each other</li></ul>Priority Profiles (experience in any one is great)Philanthropy &amp; PartnershipsComfortable cultivating relationships and making thoughtful introductions to potential supporters (foundations, community leaders, values-aligned individuals, volunteers).&nbsp;Workplace Giving &amp; Matching ChampionFamiliar with employer giving, donation-matching, or corporate social impact programs; able to help us navigate and unlock these opportunities within your workplace or network.Finance &amp; Bookkeeping Support&nbsp;Background in accounting/finance to strengthen financial oversight, help prepare monthly statements, support budget planning, and advise on light bookkeeping process improvements using Quickbooks.If you are passionate about empowering girls and gender-diverse youth in the Lower Mainland, have the necessary qualifications, and possess the key strengths we seek, we invite you to join our board. Apply today by sending your resume and a brief statement of interest to <a href="mailto:francesca@fireandflowergirls.org" target="_blank">francesca@fireandflowergirls.org</a>.

Fire and Flower

Board Director

Are you a technical professional, student, or hobbyist in Surrey, Langley or the Lower Mainland, with a passion for helping others? The Tetra Society is seeking skilled volunteers to design and build custom assistive devices for people with disabilities.At Tetra, we create innovative solutions that help individuals overcome physical barriers and gain greater confidence, and quality of life.You'll use your expertise in areas like engineering, design, and fabrication to create innovative solutions that increase independence for our clients. Whether you're a seasoned expert or a student eager to gain hands-on experience, your skills can make a life-changing difference.This is a great opportunity to apply your technical knowledge, build your portfolio, and work with a dedicated team of like-minded problem-solvers.We're Looking for Volunteers With Skills In:<ul><li>Mechanical or Electrical Engineering</li><li>Industrial or Product Design</li><li>Woodworking and Metalworking</li><li>3D Modeling and 3D Printing</li><li>Software Development and Programming</li></ul>If you're ready to use your skills for a great cause, please visit our website <a href="http://tetrasociety.org/" target="_blank">tetrasociety.org</a> to learn more and send your application at <a href="mailto:volunteer@disabilityfoundation.org" target="_blank">volunteer@disabilityfoundation.org</a>.

Tetra Society

Disability Foundation

Engineers and Innovators Wanted! Volunteer with the Tetra Society

Ready to volunteer? Fill out our Online Volunteer Application Form here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/" target="_blank">https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/</a> Make a positive impact that you can see with local youth who struggle with numbers! Our&nbsp;Mentoring with Math Program&nbsp;is designed to strengthen the impact of tutoring by adding in the element of mentorship. Volunteers meet once-a-week for 90 minute sessions during afternoons over a 10 week period, and work on numeracy, activities, and games. No previous experience with math is necessary for volunteers and all training is provided by Big Brothers. This program is offered virtually and in-person in Greater Vancouver. Our Math Mentors are<ul><li>Adults aged 18+, inclusive of male, female, trans, and gender diverse individuals.</li><li>Reliable, consistent, dedicated and respectful of others.</li><li>Available to meet once weekly during weekday afternoons between 4:00pm and 5:30pm for 90-minutes for in-person sessions, or 60 minutes for virtual sessions.</li></ul>Our Mentoring with Math volunteers are asked to enroll in two 8-10 week terms as it's the best way to experience this fun program. Our Math Mentees are<ul><li>Children in grades 3 to 7 who demonstrate a need for assistance in math at their grade level.</li><li>From families who are not otherwise able to financially pursue academic support outside of school.</li></ul>Locations<ul><li>The virtual program is offered Monday-Thursday between 4pm to 5pm.</li><li>In-Person program is at a Surrey library on Tuesdays between 4pm to 5:30pm.</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>Opportunities for free tickets or admission vouchers to Big Brothers matches.</li><li>Make a positive impact on the community.</li><li>Gain a sense of personal fulfillment by contributing to a child’s self-esteem.</li><li>Stress relief and develop a more positive attitude.</li><li>Greater productivity at work or school.</li><li>Make a new friend!</li></ul>Join our next 30-min Online Big Brothers Info Session to learn more <a href="https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/online-volunteer-info-session-big-brothers-of-greater-vancouver-tickets-1218165629189?aff=ebdsshcopyurl&amp;utm-campaign=social&amp;utm-content=attendeeshare&amp;utm-medium=discovery&amp;utm-term=listing&amp;utm-source=cp" target="_blank">here</a> Questions? Email our team at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:volunteer@bbgvf.com?subject=Big%20Brothers%20Community%20Mentor%20-%20Douglas%20College%20Inquiry" target="_blank">volunteer@bbgvf.com</a>&nbsp;or Inquire here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer/inquire/" target="_blank">https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer/inquire/</a>

Mentoring with Math (Virtual or In-Person)

Ready to volunteer? Fill out our Online Volunteer Application Form here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/" target="_blank">https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/</a> Have fun, de-stress, and feel like a kid again with our Group Mentoring program, Game On! Groups meet once weekly for 90 minute sessions during weekday afternoons at schools/community centres and engage in life skills, communication, and social-emotional discussions to encourage healthy life-long habits. The program is led by 2-3 mentors to a group of Littles and runs once a season for 8 to 10 weeks. Our Group Mentors are<ul><li>Male, trans, and gender diverse individuals who are 18+.</li><li>Reliable, consistent, dedicated, and respectful of others.</li><li>Available to meet once weekly for 90-minute sessions from Monday to Friday between 2:30pm and 4:30pm.</li></ul>Our Game On! volunteers are asked to enroll in two 8 week terms as it's the best way to experience this fun program. Our Group Mentees are<ul><li>Boys, trans, and gender diverse children and youth in grades 4 to 7.</li><li>Youth who could benefit from building self-confidence and learning healthy lifestyle choices.</li></ul>Locations: Schools and community centres across Greater Vancouver. Benefits<ul><li>Opportunities for free tickets or admission vouchers to Big Brothers matches.</li><li>Make a positive impact on the community.</li><li>Gain a sense of personal fulfillment by contributing to a child’s self-esteem.</li><li>Stress relief and develop a more positive attitude.</li><li>Greater productivity at work or school.</li><li>Make a new friend!</li></ul>Join our next 30-min Online Big Brothers Info Session to learn more <a href="https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/online-volunteer-info-session-big-brothers-of-greater-vancouver-tickets-1218165629189?aff=ebdsshcopyurl&amp;utm-campaign=social&amp;utm-content=attendeeshare&amp;utm-medium=discovery&amp;utm-term=listing&amp;utm-source=cp" target="_blank">here</a> Questions? Email our team at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:volunteer@bbgvf.com?subject=Big%20Brothers%20Community%20Mentor%20-%20Douglas%20College%20Inquiry" target="_blank">volunteer@bbgvf.com</a>&nbsp;or Inquire here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer/inquire/" target="_blank">https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer/inquire/</a>

Game On! - Group Mentor

Ready to volunteer? Fill out our Online Volunteer Application Form here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/" target="_blank">https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/</a> Have fun, de-stress, and feel like a kid again while making a positive and local impact for youth! Our&nbsp;In-School Mentoring Program&nbsp;pairs you with one elementary school student who you share common interests with. Matches spend one-hour once per week together on school grounds doing non-academic activities such as playing sports, games, creating art or just hanging out at the playground. Our matches are paired for the duration, or remainder, of the academic school-year. Deadline to apply to volunteer in this program for this school year is Feb 1, 2026. Our Big Buddies are<ul><li>Adults aged 18+, inclusive of male, female, trans, and gender diverse individuals.</li><li>Mentors who Little Buddies can talk to, learn from, and share experiences with.</li><li>Available 1 hour per week during school hours (weekdays between 10am and 3pm).</li></ul>Our Little Buddies are<ul><li>Students grade 1 to 7 nominated by teachers, staff or by themselves.</li><li>Children who could use a bit of extra 1-on-1 attention, need to build confidence, or may have trouble connecting with peers.</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>Opportunities for free tickets or admission vouchers to Big Brothers matches.</li><li>Make a positive impact on the community.</li><li>Gain a sense of personal fulfillment by contributing to a child’s self-esteem.</li><li>Stress relief and develop a more positive attitude.</li><li>Greater productivity at work or school.</li><li>Make a new friend!</li></ul>Join our next 30-min Online Big Brothers Info Session to learn more <a href="https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/online-volunteer-info-session-big-brothers-of-greater-vancouver-tickets-1218165629189?aff=ebdsshcopyurl&amp;utm-campaign=social&amp;utm-content=attendeeshare&amp;utm-medium=discovery&amp;utm-term=listing&amp;utm-source=cp" target="_blank">here</a> Questions? Email our team at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:volunteer@bbgvf.com?subject=Big%20Brothers%20Community%20Mentor%20-%20Douglas%20College%20Inquiry" target="_blank">volunteer@bbgvf.com</a>&nbsp;or Inquire here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer/inquire/" target="_blank">https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer/inquire/</a>

In-School Mentoring

Ready to volunteer? Fill out our Online Volunteer Application Form here: <a href="https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/" target="_blank">https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/</a> Be part of the BIG picture! Our Big Brothers Community Program pairs you with a Little Buddy based on personality and shared interests to build a supportive one-to-one relationship based on trust, connection, and fun! Our matches spend two or more hours once per week doing free or low-cost activities they enjoy most and are paired for a minimum of one year. Our Big Brothers are<ul><li>Male, trans, and gender diverse individuals who are 18+.</li><li>Reliable, consistent, dedicated and respectful of others.</li><li>Able to meet once weekly for 2 or more hours with a Mentee on weekends or afterschool hours.</li></ul>Our Little Brothers are<ul><li>Boys, trans, and gender-diverse children and youth ages 7 to 14.</li><li>Those who would benefit from having a positive role model in their life.</li></ul>NOW IS THE TIME TO VOLUNTEER! SOME OF OUR LITTLES HAVE BEEN WAITING MORE THAN 2 YEARS FOR THEIR BIG BROTHER MENTOR. Benefits for Volunteers:<ul><li>Opportunities for free tickets or admission vouchers to Big Brothers matches.</li><li>Make a positive impact on the community.</li><li>Gain a sense of personal fulfillment by contributing to a child’s self-esteem.</li><li>Stress relief and develop a more positive attitude.</li><li>Greater productivity at work or school.</li><li>Make a new friend</li><li>And more!</li></ul>Join our next 30-min Online Big Brothers Info Session to learn more <a href="https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/online-volunteer-info-session-big-brothers-of-greater-vancouver-tickets-1218165629189?aff=ebdsshcopyurl&amp;utm-campaign=social&amp;utm-content=attendeeshare&amp;utm-medium=discovery&amp;utm-term=listing&amp;utm-source=cp" target="_blank">here</a>Questions? Email our team at <a href="mailto:volunteer@bbgvf.com?subject=Big%20Brothers%20Community%20Mentor%20-%20Douglas%20College%20Inquiry" target="_blank">volunteer@bbgvf.com</a> or Inquire here: <a href="https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer/inquire/" target="_blank">https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer/inquire/</a>

Big Brothers Community Mentor

Ready to volunteer in Surrey? Fill out our Online Volunteer Application Form here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/" target="_blank">https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/</a> Be part of the BIG picture in Surrey, BC! Our&nbsp;Big Brothers Community Program&nbsp;pairs you with a Little Buddy based on personality and shared interests to build a supportive one-to-one relationship based on trust, connection, and fun! Our matches spend two or more hours once per week doing free or low-cost activities they enjoy most and are paired for a minimum of one year. Our Big Brothers are<ul><li>Male, trans, and gender diverse individuals who are 18+.</li><li>Reliable, consistent, dedicated and respectful of others.</li><li>Able to meet once weekly for 2 or more hours with a Mentee on weekends or afterschool.</li></ul>Our Little Brothers are<ul><li>Boys, trans, and gender-diverse children and youth ages 7 to 14.&nbsp;</li><li>Those who would benefit from having a positive role model in their life.</li></ul>SURREY, NOW IS THE TIME TO VOLUNTEER!Some of our Littles in Surrey have been waiting more than 2 YEARS to meet their Big Brother Mentor. Our family applications have been closed since April 2022. Benefits<ul><li>Opportunities for free tickets or admission vouchers to Big Brothers matches.</li><li>Make a positive impact on the community.</li><li>Gain a sense of personal fulfillment by contributing to a child’s self-esteem.</li><li>Stress relief and develop a more positive attitude.</li><li>Greater productivity at work or school.</li><li>Make a new friend!</li></ul>Join our next 30-min&nbsp;Online Big Brothers Info Session&nbsp;to learn more&nbsp;<a href="https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/online-volunteer-info-session-big-brothers-of-greater-vancouver-tickets-1218165629189?aff=ebdsshcopyurl&amp;utm-campaign=social&amp;utm-content=attendeeshare&amp;utm-medium=discovery&amp;utm-term=listing&amp;utm-source=cp" target="_blank">here</a>Questions? Email our team at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:volunteer@bbgvf.com?subject=Big%20Brothers%20Community%20Mentor%20-%20Douglas%20College%20Inquiry" target="_blank">volunteer@bbgvf.com</a>&nbsp;or Inquire here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer/inquire/" target="_blank">https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer/inquire/</a>

12 Unpaid Volunteer Position Jobs in White Rock, BC, Canada