Connecting Our Community With Volunteer Opportunities & Services.  It makes our day when we can connect people in our community with volunteer help – not to mention connecting volunteers with satisfying opportunities to help people!
To find out more about the following volunteer opportunities and services, please call 778-426-8767  or email volunteer@beaconcs.ca
Apply to volunteer with Beacon Community Services’ Team
We also offer opportunities for youth to gain experience through volunteering. For more information visit the Employment Services and Training Supports program page.
Here are some of the volunteer services we can connect you with:
beaconcs.ca/services-programs/volunteer-services/volunteer-services-opportunities/

Volunteer Opportunities are happening now with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Victoria Capital Region! We have a few single-event volunteer opportunities coming up such as:
Special Collections Events – join us on Saturdays from 10am – 2pm as we host mobile community collections events – collecting clothing, collectibles, small furniture, and household items in various locations across southern Vancouver Island. Upcoming mobile community collection events include Saturday October 29th from 10am – 2pm at Save On Foods Fort & Foul Bay.

We also have longer term volunteer commitments such as:
Online Marketplace & Auction – If you are interested in recycling donated goods to keep them out of the landfill then join our Online Marketplace team at our 230 Bay Street location! Members of this team will gain experience in selecting items of value from our intake of donations, photograph these items, write thorough descriptions, determine pricing, and post these items on primarily Facebook Marketplace. We offer flexible scheduling, with options of volunteering five days a week from 10am – 5pm (any shift, any time), and ask for a minimum commitment of 4 – 6 months. Training will be provided. With your help, Big Brothers Big Sisters is able to raise funds for our mentoring programs!

Call Center – If you are interested in gaining reception experience, join our Call Center team at our 230 Bay Street location! Members of this team will answer oncoming calls from the public and provide the required customer service for their needs, make targeted outbound phone calls regarding our Special Collections Events, Community Yard Sale Events and more! We offer flexible scheduling, with options of volunteering five days a week from 10am – 5pm (any shift, any time), and ask for a minimum commitment of 4 – 6 months. Training will be provided.
These positions are great for individuals who are community driven or seeking those extra volunteer hours for graduation. 

For more information and to get involved click https://victoria.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/volunteer-se/
Or email andrew.reed@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca  or call 250-475-111 ext:25
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Interested in working for Broadmead Care? Please send us your resume, indicating which of the homes (locations) you prefer, via Work With Us at https://www.broadmeadcare.com/get-involved/work-with-us/
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Step Up Youth Program – The Step Up Youth volunteer program is designed to support youth who are interested in learning about a career in healthcare. Priority will be given to youth who participated in our virtual program, and we are recruiting for a limited number of volunteer positions for the following Island Health Facilities: Saanich Peninsula Hospital, Royal Jubilee Hospital, Capacity is limited for the upcoming school year. How to Apply: Please check the Island Health website for updates and the link to the application.

• The program is for youth 15-18 years of age (no exceptions currently for those younger than 15. Applicants must turn 15 prior to the start of the program);
• Commitment is generally one (2hour shift) once a week after school for the duration of the school year (September to April);
• Volunteer duties vary based on location and each facility’s needs.

We are currently looking for student Activity Assistant volunteers at our site. The Activity Assistant supports the Activity Coordinator by working with residents as they engage in arts, crafts, and exercise. 

Featured October Events - FREE/Open to ALL
 
THIS THURSDAY! October 6th – 3 to  6 pm – Public Service Career Fair (In person at 201- 1483 Douglas Street)

• Victoria's job seekers want long-term, sustainable employment that provides a living wage, in a professional inclusive environment, and to have their

work make a difference. This exciting in-person recruiting event brings some of Victoria's most prominent Public Services to one location to meet with you!

• District of Saanich, BC Pension Corporation, E-Comm 911, BC Ferries, and BC Transit will be among the organizations present.
• Register at: https://publicservicecareerfair.eventbrite.ca/

 
Tuesday, October 11th – at 1 pm – Amazon Employer Forum (Virtual)

• Amazon recruiters will be featured in a virtual Employer Forum talking about the opportunities coming available at the soon-to-open Amazon Distribution Centre out near Sidney
• They’ve increased the starting wages and they’re setting up a shuttle bus to pick up and drop off workers!
• Register at: https://amazonopportunities.eventbrite.ca

 
Tuesday, October 18th – 11:00 am -3:00 pm - Island Health Micro Job Fair (In person at 201- 1483 Douglas Street)

• Food Service and Housekeeping positions!  
• Register here: https://IslandHealthJobFair.eventbrite.ca

 
Wednesday, October 19th – 11:00 am -2:00 pm - UPS Micro Job Fair (In person at 201- 1483 Douglas Street)

• Drivers and Warehouse positions. Drivers start at $20 an hour!
• Register here: https://UPSHiringFair.eventbrite.ca

 
Wednesday, October 26th – at 1 pm – BC Pension Corporation Employer Forum (Virtual)

• BC Pension Corporation is opening up their inventories for Customer Service Representatives again in mid-October.  
• Register at: https://BCPensionEmployerForum.eventbrite.ca

 
Thursday, October 27th – 10:00 am -2:00 pm - Luxcare Micro Job Fair (In person at 201- 1483 Douglas Street)

• Luxcare is recruiting Caregivers and Health Care Aides
• Register here:   https://luxcarehiringfair.eventbrite.ca