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The “Ultimate” Volunteering Gig
The Victoria Ultimate Players Society was granted the bid by Ultimate Canada for this year’s Canadian Ultimate Championships. This event sees youth and adult ultimate frisbee players from across the country compete for the National title. Games will be played at … Continue reading
Fort Victoria – July 29th
This light-hearted event registers the universal appeal of “forts” while paying tribute to Victoria’s start as Fort Victoria, a Hudson’s Bay Company outpost which was the basis for the modern City of Victoria. This is an afternoon of fun “fort … Continue reading
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Selkirk Waterfront Festival – May 25th and 26th, 2012
The Festival is coming, the Festival is coming… and they need your help! The Selkirk Waterfront Festival is a fantastic event providing hours of fun and entertainment for thousands of people of all ages, hosted by the Burnside Gorge Community Association … Continue reading
Oak Bay Half Marathon
The Oak Bay Half Marathon is back in 2012 for its 8th great year. Joining the title event will be more choices for families including a fast and exciting 5K run, and two fun kids’ races. They need 20 volunteers to … Continue reading
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‘Hike for Hospice’ Helper
This opportunity is for everyone that cares to have fun! Join the Victoria Hospice on May 6th for the 1st annual Hike for Hospice. Volunteers are needed for a variety of roles including registration, food handling, traffic controlling, booth information and clean … Continue reading
Saanich Strawberry Festival Volunteers
On July 8th, 2012 the Annual Saanich Strawberry Festival celebrates 46 years of community involvement and support. The event originated as a celebration of the agricultural roots of Saanich and has blossomed into a grand festival for all ages. Activities … Continue reading
ALS Flower Day – June 2nd
ALS stands for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and is also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. Between 1,500 and 2,000 Canadians currently live with ALS. The cause is unknown. There is no known cure or treatment that prolongs life significantly – yet. … Continue reading
Posted in Community, Health and Wellness, News, One-time Event, Service
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Operation Trackshoes
BE A VOLUNTEER COUNSELLOR AT THE 42nd ANNUAL OPERATION TRACKSHOES, THIS JUNE 8 – 10, 2012 AT THE UNIVERSITY OF VICTORIA! Operation Trackshoes is a weekend-long provincial sports festival for people with developmental disabilities. It includes a full-length competitive track … Continue reading
Volunteer at the Synchronized Swimming Open Canadian National Championships
Pacific Sport Synchronized Swimming of Victoria is VERY excited to be hosting the Synchronized Swimming Open Canadian National Championships from May 2-May 6th. This is a very high level competition and brings some very talented and committed athletes to our … Continue reading
April 28 – Browning Park Weed Pull!
Come on out for an invasive species removal In Browning Park this Saturday April 28th. Time: 10:00 am –12:00 noon Meet: On the bridge over Bowker Creek (just down McRae Street) For more info call: 250-598-9837 Sponsored by: Saanich’s pulling together … Continue reading
Posted in Community, Environmental, One-time Event, Service
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