Volunteering in the Community
Disclaimer: A listing here does not imply endorsement or sanction by Kwantlen Polytechnic University. Remember to use due diligence in researching volunteer opportunities and organizations when considering what to get involved with.- South Fraser Regional Crisis Line is recruiting volunteers to provide assistance to people in the community who are experiencing emotional distress. No previous experience is needed as extensive training and ongoing support is provided. If you're interested in learning more about this challenging and rewarding experience, pick up an information package at Surrey Community Services, 9815 140th Street (604.584.5811) or contact Jackie Yurick at jackiey@scss.ca. Next scheduled training starts soon.
- Langley RCMP Community Policing Services is offering a variety of opportunities to interact with the public and be of service to your community. For more information....
- Big Sisters: of BC Lower Mainland is currently in need of volunteers to service our Little Sisters. www.bigsisters.bc.ca CONTACT: Linda Edamura 604-873-4525 (ext 300), Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland, Fax: 604.873.2122, Email: ledamura@bigsisters.bc.ca
- Vancouver and New Westminster Community Corrections Volunteer Program: offers meaningful and challenging roles for volunteers interested in working with adults serving federal sentences. Benefits: Positively contributing to the correctional process; Students gain valuable workplace experience; Helping the offender to adjust to life in the community; Meaningful and interesting roles. Offers ongoing opportunities for individuals who are able to commit a minimum of two hours per week, over a term of six months. CONTACT: Cindy Allan, Volunteer Coordinator, Vancouver/New Westminster Community Corrections, AllanCJ@csc-scc.gc.ca 604.666.0215
Volunteer Richmond is a non-profit, charitable organization that aims to bring people and services together through providing information and encouraging volunteerism in the community.
The objective of the program is youth helping youth. The Buddy/Youth program provides free services to help new immigrant youth settle, adjust, and feel comfortable in B.C. The program provides opportunities for positive connections and networking between newly arrived immigrants and non-immigrant youth.
Peace Child India believes in the energy and talent of socially and economically underprivileged people. The Peace Child India office is proud to have bridged several cultural and social barriers and myths in the search to promote a more equitable and caste free Indian society.
Virsa is a community based, non-profit organization that was formed in December 2002 by members of the Sikh community who felt an urgent need to launch a response from within the community, to address the escalating level of violence among South Asian youth. 