Category Archives: Youth/Children

Volunteer with children and youth, including special needs

Service blog has moved

We’re amalgamating some of our blogs and are now posting our Service announcements on the Leadership blog. All of our previous Service posts are included in the Leadership blog, and you can see them by clicking on the categories on … Continue reading

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Selkirk Waterfront Festival – May 28, 2011

The Selkirk Waterfront Festival is a fantastic event that provides hours of fun and entertainment for thousands of people of all ages. An event this fun is only made possible with the help and support of volunteers. They need help … Continue reading

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Wild About Whales Derby Event Volunteers – Saturday, June 18th, 2011

The Boys and Girls Club of Victoria is looking for volunteers to assist with this fun, family event on June 18th at Esquimalt Gorge Park (1:30 – 4:30 pm). The event is a fun filled day: Participants adopt a whale and then watch … Continue reading

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YMCA-YWCA Children’s Program Volunteers needed

The YMCA-YWCA is looking for volunteers to help with their children’s programs. The volunteer in this position will assist staff during programs, set up and take down equipment and will monitor program spaces for safety. The volunteer in this position … Continue reading

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Saanich Neighbourhood Place

The Saanich Neighbourhood Place (located at Pearkes Recreation Centre) requires volunteers to take care of their Playroom and Clothing exchange, maintaining general tidiness at specific program times. One of two times are available: either Wednesday from 4:30 – 6:30pm,  or … Continue reading

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Coalition Connect for Families on April 30, 2011

The Greater Victoria Coalition to End Homelessness is hosting an event called Coalition Connect For Families on Saturday, April 30th from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Families will be able to access haircuts, acupuncture, medical and dental consultations and more. … Continue reading

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Haliburton Farm and Hot Dog Wednesday – April 2011

I know this is still a month away, but as we are leaving on Wednesday for Spring Break, I wanted to put this out to you now! On Wednesday April 6th we will be going to Hot Dog Wednesday from … Continue reading

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Victoria Special Olympics

Applications for this opportunity are due by April 1st, 2011. Special Olympics offers sports and competition to individuals with intellectual disabilities.  As a Special Olympics volunteer, you bring enthusiasm, commitment and a positive attitude to each practice, event and competition, … Continue reading

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Esquimalt 5K Fun Run – March 18th and 19th

Hundreds of walkers and runners of all ages will participate in this year’s 4th annual Esquimalt Parks and Recreation Fun Run. In addition to the Fun Run component, a vendor’s market, children’s activities, food, refreshments and prizes will all be … Continue reading

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Rink Of Dreams – Hockey Fundraiser Needs Volunteers

The Help Fill a Dream Foundation is looking for volunteers to help on Saturday, March 19th. They need help with a Tailgate Party for their Rink of Dreams fundraiser. “Rink of Dreams is a unique, 24 hour hockey marathon fundraiser to help Vancouver Island … Continue reading

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