JANUARY 2015 - Chilliwack Community Services

Volume 8, Issue 1 January and February, 2015
Up Coming Events
Chilliwack
Community
Arts Council
Seeking volunteers
for “An Affair of the Arts” fundraiser on the
evening of Saturday, March 14th 2015. Volunteers
would help with varied activities from coat check
to assisting guests. If you are interested in
spending the evening with us please contact us at
office@chilliwackartscouncil.com or call
604.769.ARTS (2787).
West Coast Kart Club
West Coast Kart Club will be hosting a Winter Race Jan 25, 2015 at Greg Moore Raceway in
Chilliwack, Cash prizes to be won for the Senior Drivers who enter, along with product prizes for
all Junior LO206 Briggs & Stratton Entries. Corner Workers are welcome to come out and enjoy
the races and take part in this onetime event. For more general information visit our website at
www.westcoastkartclub.com where the 2015 schedule is posted. For more information on job descriptions duties and
responsibilities please contact Steve Hames Track Supervisor 604.703.9032 c
The Chilliwack Lions Club Music & Dance Festival
The festival has been running 67 years and is about to start its 68th Annual Festival. In order to keep operational for over
1800 entries with over 5000 participants, we are in urgent need of 2 different types of Volunteers in
the Festival Management area. If you are able to help with either of the following areas, or would
like more information please contact Laurie Hirschman for Registration Jobs at 604.858.3147
hirschmanhouse@telus.net or Madelene Lange for Dance Co-ordinators at 604.795.9633 or
mlange@smartt.com. We will need 2 individuals to help with registration- one would do dance (120
hours) and one would do music (120 hours).
Second request for volunteer help is in Dance. We will be dividing this into 3 Co-ordinators as it is way too big of a
commitment for 1 person. We are currently still looking for a Jazz coordinator. We are able to offer a small per diem
honorarium. It would be a benefit for these people to have some experience and background with dance competitions,
be they a parent, former student of dance or a teacher who is not currently teaching locally.
Office Volunteering
Chilliwack & District
Seniors’ Resources
Society
Chilliwack Resource
Centre
Recruiting volunteers to help with
income tax preparations for
seniors in the spring. We are part
of the Community Volunteer
Income Tax Program (CVITP) from
Canada Revenue, volunteers will
be completing income tax using
this program. If interested please
contact Coletta Holmes, Executive
Director 604.793.9979
If you enjoy working in a fun and
friendly, environment, working
with people and numbers, this is
the place to be. We are looking
for volunteers with computer
skills to provide a service in an
array of office responsibilities as
well as income tax preparation –
training will be provided. Hours
would be one shift per week
minimum (Monday through
Thursday from 9AM to 1PM).If this
is for you; we would welcome
your resume and application. For
more information, please call us at
604.702.9595 or email at
cwkrc@shaw.ca.
Canadian Cancer
Society – Chilliwack
Unit
Have office experience? We are
looking for long term (greater than
six months) volunteers to work a 3
hour biweekly shift in our
Chilliwack Office: 10 am – 1pm
Mon to Fri. Or maybe you are
interested in working special
events such as ‘’Daffodil Program,
Relay for Life, Cops for Cancer,
Christmas Gift Wrap. Our Drivers
Program is also looking for
dedicated people to drive cancer
patients to and from their cancer
appointments; it can be a very
satisfying experience. For any or
all of these opportunities, please
contact Anne-Marie (Volunteer
Office Coordinator) at
604.792.3984 or email
chilliwack@bc.cancer.ca.
Star 98.3 supports volunteerism in the Fraser Valley! From Hospice to Big Brothers &
Big Sisters, wherever you volunteer we want to hear about it. If you or someone you
know deserves to be recognized for volunteerism, nominate them today! We will be
highlighting our STAR VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH on-air and online each month.
Nominate today at starfm.com/volunteer
Volunteering With Seniors
Meals on Wheels
Community Drivers
Delivering Meals on
Wheels to seniors is
a great way for you
and your kids to get
involved in the community this
fall! We deliver meals 5 days a
week to Chilliwack and Sardis!
Deliveries happen Monday
through Friday,
starting at 11:30am;
only an hour or two
out of your day!
Choose one regular
day a week or one full week a
month. Please contact Shirley at
604.793.7242 or
triemstras@comserv.bc.ca
Do you enjoy driving and
sharing your time with seniors
and other clients, who are in
need of medical and other
transportation? We are currently
looking for people (especially
women) who are willing to share
their time and vehicle to help
with transportation needs. A per
km charge will be paid to you.
Please contact Len 604.847.2244
for more
information.
Chilliwack
Senior Peer
Counsellors
Chilliwack Senior Peer Counsellors
will be starting a training course
with an orientation on January 26
at 9:30 to 12 noon. The course
will be taught two days a week for
the month of February. If you
enjoy visiting and chatting with
seniors this is the volunteer
opportunity for you. Contact out
office at 604-793-7204 to register
and obtain more details.
Better At Home
The Better at Home Program is accepting applications today for “Friendly Visitors” Please contact
Program Coordinator Sarah Woelders at 604.393.3251 ex 240 or betterathome@comserv.bc.ca in
Chilliwack or Fiona Delcourt at 604.796.2585 betterathome@agassizcs.ca in Agassiz-Harrison.
These positions require a one hour weekly commitment. A weekly visit creates lasting,
meaningful, relationships between seniors and volunteers. With regular visits, isolated seniors
experience improved physical, mental, and emotional health and gain a more positive outlook. No
clinical care is required, just a social visit. Hours are flexible and negotiated between the senior and volunteer. These
positions are ideal for retired individuals and those prepared to make lasting relationships.
Valleyhaven
Guest Home
We are looking
for a volunteer twice a month to
play piano for ½ hour or so. We
are also recruiting volunteers for
socializing, coffee club etc.
Anyone interested can contact
Nicole Spidle Recreation
Coordinator
Nicole.Spidle@kaigo.ca or
604.792.0037 ext. 110
Waverly Seniors Village
We are looking for volunteers for during the daytime for visiting, walking
program etc. Please contact Lorraine Huebner Recreation
Manager @ 604.703.2106 or
lhuebner@retirementconcepts.com
Auburn Retirement Residence
Located at 8531 Young Rd. Chilliwack we are recruiting for
volunteers decorating, research, socializing, crafts, serving, and more. If
interested in helping please contact the recreation manager @ 604.392.0070
or nmcmunn@retirementconcepts.com
Volunteering for / with Children and Youth
Chilliwack Restorative Justice & Youth Advocacy
If you are looking for a fulfilling way to give back to your community
and be part of an exciting team, we have a great opportunity. We are
looking for quality community members who are willing to spend 2-6 hours a month helping with our program. Mentors
work one-on-one with individuals, share their wisdom and help individuals complete their agreement. Accountability
Panel Members act on behalf of the community by listening and supporting clients. Facilitators help prepare the
Restorative Solutions University students welcome. Contact Kathy Funk 604.393.3023 or email
kfunkrestorejustice@gmail.com
Chilliwack Community Services Sardis
Family Place
Located at 7112 Vedder Rd in Sardis, we are looking for
2 volunteers who interact and work well with both
adults and children. Tasks include preparing snacks,
craft preparation and performing light cleaning duties,
including toy washing and sweeping the floor. The
Family Place drop-in program is open Monday –
Thursday 9-11am and Monday and Wednesday
12-2pm. This commitment is for 1- 2 hours per
week. Call Debbie at 604.847.2235.
Better Beginnings
Do you love to work in a kitchen prepping
food and cleaning up? Is cooking your
passion? We would love for you to help us
on Thursday mornings form 8:30am -12pm.
If you think that small children are more what your
passion is about, we are also recruiting volunteers for
child-minding! For more information please
contact Lana 604.701.4978 ex 4
Christ the King Chapel- Unique Kids
Recruiting volunteer child-minders to help in our daycare Monday – Friday 9am-6pm. Please call Bernadette
for more information 604.791.2459 or email berolaoluwa@yahoo.com
Volunteering for / with Children and Youth- Continued
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Fraser Valley
We Invite You to Impact a Life! One Child, Two - Four hours per week. Making a difference is easier than you might
think! Community Based Mentors: Enjoy day-to-day activities with a young person, Build a lifetime commitment to
caring and mentoring, Build a friendship with a young person. Contact Collette at 604.858.0828 or by email
collette.bohach@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca. Visit www.mentoringworks.ca for more information. As a volunteer your
primary responsibility is to have fun and to be a friend!
Big Bunch Leaders Needed!
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Fraser Valley is seeking caring, positive adult role models age 19-99 for our brand-new
“Big Bunch” program. Always wanted to become a Big Brother or Big Sister but can’t commit to weekly outings with a
mentee? Big Bunch is a program for our waitlist kids who are waiting for their Big that only requires a once per MONTH
commitment. You get to mentor up to 3 waitlist kids with similar interests once a month for 2-3 hours while doing fun,
recreational activities in the community Activities might include bowling, ice-skating, swimming, indoor rock-climbing or
arts and craft night. Try drop in karate, shoot some hoops, or go explore a corn maze. The program strives to do the
following:
•
•
•
promote the importance of staying in school and healthy relationships with family and peers
instill and teach trust, independent thinking and self-confidence in order to make healthy decisions
expose children to opportunities and friendships they may not otherwise have
Game On
Recruiting male mentors (grade 11 to around to late 20’s) to run an after school group program for grade 6 boys called
“Game On” which focuses on active, healthy living. The same application and screening process applies for the Game On
program as it does for in school mentoring. Contact Tracey tracey.arsenault@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca or call
604.858.0828 to start your application process.
Community Volunteering
Chilliwack Animal Safe Haven
A non-profit organization dedicated to saving homeless cats and finding them loving homes. We are
currently caring for over 160 cats. We especially need help Mon.-Fri mornings from 8 a.m. to 12 noon, or
from 4p.m. to 6p.m. Mon-Friday. Please check out our web page at www.chilliwackanimalsafehaven. Please contact us
and we will arrange an orientation session for you info@thesafehaven.ca or 604.794.7233 . Note: Volunteers under 16
must have adult supervision.
The Canadian Red Cross Society
This non-profit, humanitarian organization is dedicated to helping Canadians, as well as the most
vulnerable throughout the world, and is seeking a Client Services Volunteer; and an Equipment Cleaning
Volunteer for the Health Equipment Loan Program. The Canadian Red Cross Health Equipment Loan Program - Short
Term Loan Service lends medical equipment (with medical referral) to people in need, on a donation basis. Acting as the
frontline contact for in-person and telephone inquiries from the public, Client Service volunteers dispense and receive
equipment that is being loaned or returned and complete the necessary documentation for same. Interested parties
may submit their applications and resumes quoting, HELP – Chilliwack – Client Services no later than January 31, 2015.
By emailing The Canadian Red Cross Society BCYvolunteering@redcross.ca
Fundraising
Immigrant Employment Program
Recruiting volunteers to MENTOR our clients through
the job search process. Also looking for assistants to
help in workshops with Computer and Resume writing
skills. Contact Amandeep 604.393.3251 to volunteer.
Driver Education Volunteer Instructor
Volunteer needed to assist with our Drivers Education
course in January/February 2015. A total of
approximately 15 – 20 hours. Curriculum is based on
the “Learn to Drive Smart” and is working with
immigrant newcomers. Very fulfilling course to assist
with and CCS staff will facilitate in class with volunteer.
If interested – please contact Lynn Gibson 604.393.3251
gibsonl@comserv.bc.ca
Do you enjoy planning and organizing special events?
Here is a great opportunity for you! We are looking for a
group of energetic and positive volunteers to join the
CCS Gala Committee to help plan and organize this
Signature FUNdraising event. Members of the
committee will be involved with Décor, Registration,
Auction, Marketing and Ticket sales. The Gala
Committee will meet every other week for an hour, at a
time that is most convenient for the members. Are you
interested? please contact Karin at
massark@comserv.bc.ca or 604.792.4267
Immigrant Services program
Evening Volunteers are needed to assist teaching staff
in helping newcomer immigrants learn English. This
volunteer position is for the evening English classes at
our Immigrant Services office, (9214 Mary St.) which
run on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30pm
to 9:30 pm. For those that might be interested in
helping on any of those evenings, please contact Lynn at
gibsonl@comserv.bc.ca or phone the office at
604.393.3251
As per new legislation from the CRA if you wish to have your name removed from or added to this distribution list
please notify Cari at 604.793.7203 or email moorec@comserv.bc.ca
Community Volunteering Continued
Ann Davis Transition Society
Chilliwack Chiefs
Ann Davis Transition Society is currently
looking for volunteers to help in their new
thrift store on Yale Road. Store is open
Wednesday to Saturday10am-4pm. Please
contact Samantha 604.792.2760 to gain valuable retail
and warehouse experience. We are also recruiting
volunteers interested in helping at the office with childminding and reception.
The Chilliwack Chiefs have numerous
volunteer opportunities for this season’s
games. If you are interested in
volunteering please contact Andrea Laycock
604.392.4433 or email andrea@chilliwackchiefs.net
Community Access to
Literacy & Learning
Recruiting volunteer tutors who are
wishing to work with adults. To volunteer
or for more information please contact Debbie
Lamberger 604.796.2585
Salvation Army-Chilliwack
Looking for a "Swamper"- an able bodied
person to accompany our truck driver to help
with furniture pick-ups from community
donors - on Tuesday's and Thursday's. Please
go to www.salvationarmychilliwack.ca for a volunteer
application form or phone 604.792.0001 to apply or for
more information. We are also looking for more
volunteers for Thrift Store Warehouse, Thrift Store
proper, Soup Kitchen, and the Food Bank locations.
White Cane club of Chilliwack
Looking for volunteers to help pick up supplies, set up,
kitchen support and cleanup. (Food safe beneficial but
not a necessity) Group meets the 1st and 3rd
Wednesdays of the month from 12:30 – 3:30pm. Please
call Ann McNabb 604.795.7230 for more information.
CNIB
VisionMates needed in Chilliwack to
provide sighted assistance for
individuals with vision loss. Help
someone once a week for a few
hours with activities such as reading, going for walks,
and running errands. This is a minimum 6 month
commitment, with training provided. Minimum age is
19 years to be a VisionMate. If interested, contact
Jaishree Narsih, Coordinator, Volunteer Services with
CNIB, 604.431.2121 ext 6032 or
Jaishree.narsih@cnib.ca.
Salvation Army Centre of Hope
Abbotsford
The Salvation Army in Abbotsford has
several volunteer opportunities. Please
check out our website at www.careandshare.ca. We
urgently need volunteers who can assist our Outreach
Workers for our Pet Day on Tuesdays from 8 a.m. until
noon. Please contact Sylvia 604.852.9305, ext. 129 for
more details.
Community Policing
The Crime Prevention Office is
looking for Citizens on Patrol volunteers. We specifically
looking for a seasonal volunteer coordinator for the
Chilliwack River Citizens on Patrol, starting on the May
long weekend and goes until the last weekend of
August. . We are also looking for a part time volunteer
Speed Watch Program coordinator. If interested in
either of these positions please contact Michelle Wulff,
Office Manager Chilliwack RCMP-Crime Prevention and
Operational Support Unit 604.393.3001.
Upper Fraser Valley Crime Stoppers
Upper Fraser Valley Crime
Stoppers is looking for
volunteers. It is made up of a
volunteer Board of concerned citizens, media, and area
law enforcement agencies. As a result it has become an
effective crime control program. Volunteers are needed
to help the Board to increase the public’s general
awareness of the Crime Stoppers Program. There is an
annual membership drive and fundraising events are
organized to support the activities and initiatives of the
Upper Fraser Valley Program. If you are interested in
becoming a Crime Stoppers volunteer, please contact
Barb at 604.393.3027 or 604.845.8770.
Correctional Service of Canada
Assisting successful offender reintegrate
into the community is critical to their
success and our safety. We are looking for
confident, well-rounded, community minded individuals
who are self-aware, critical thinkers and have time
and/or skills they would like to share with those who
need a fresh start. The type of support you can offer is
varied and definitely not limited to community
orientation, income tax preparation, finding
accommodations, introductions to pro-social activities,
transportation to programs/appointments/interviews,
one-to-one mentoring, etc. As well, offenders give back
to the community through their own volunteer efforts
and you can help make that happen. Ongoing training
is provided. Interested in learning more? Contact Cindy
Waters at cindy.waters@csc-scc.gc.ca or
1.800.790.4531.
The Chilliwack Hospice
Society
We welcome those interested in
sharing time and providing supports to individuals and
families during the dying and grieving process.
Volunteers for hospital and community supports are
especially needed. In addition, we welcome anyone
interested in volunteering at our Thrifty Boutique and
at various events throughout the year. The training is
not required to volunteer at the Thrifty Boutique or at
events. For more information about our palliative
services and volunteer opportunities, please contact
Jennifer Dacre at 604.795.4660, ext. 222
The MS Society of
Canada, Fraser Valley
Chapter
Actively seeking nominations for
board members, particularly for people from Chilliwack,
Agassiz, Harrison and Hope. We are looking for skilled
volunteers, willing to commit 2-3 hours once per month
for meetings, participation in Chapter events, and
special projects as needed. If you have a connection to
MS and want to aid in guiding the Chapter or for more
information, please contact Joanne Craven at
heybooboo63@icloud.com.
For further volunteer opportunities check out our website at www.comserv.bc.ca then click on Volunteer Chilliwack (left hand
side) or go to http://volweb.ca/volweb/vc_homepage.php?CentreID=594
To arrange for a volunteer interview or to have a volunteer opportunity placed in this listing please call 604.793.7203 or email
moorec@comserv.bc.ca
Volume 8, Issue 1 January and February, 2015
Up Coming Events
Chilliwack
Community
Arts Council
Seeking volunteers
for “An Affair of the Arts” fundraiser on the
evening of Saturday, March 14th 2015. Volunteers
would help with varied activities from coat check
to assisting guests. If you are interested in
spending the evening with us please contact us at
office@chilliwackartscouncil.com or call
604.769.ARTS (2787).
West Coast Kart Club
West Coast Kart Club will be hosting a Winter Race Jan 25, 2015 at Greg Moore Raceway in
Chilliwack, Cash prizes to be won for the Senior Drivers who enter, along with product prizes for
all Junior LO206 Briggs & Stratton Entries. Corner Workers are welcome to come out and enjoy
the races and take part in this onetime event. For more general information visit our website at
www.westcoastkartclub.com where the 2015 schedule is posted. For more information on job descriptions duties and
responsibilities please contact Steve Hames Track Supervisor 604.703.9032 c
The Chilliwack Lions Club Music & Dance Festival
The festival has been running 67 years and is about to start its 68th Annual Festival. In order to keep operational for over
1800 entries with over 5000 participants, we are in urgent need of 2 different types of Volunteers in
the Festival Management area. If you are able to help with either of the following areas, or would
like more information please contact Laurie Hirschman for Registration Jobs at 604.858.3147
hirschmanhouse@telus.net or Madelene Lange for Dance Co-ordinators at 604.795.9633 or
mlange@smartt.com. We will need 2 individuals to help with registration- one would do dance (120
hours) and one would do music (120 hours).
Second request for volunteer help is in Dance. We will be dividing this into 3 Co-ordinators as it is way too big of a
commitment for 1 person. We are currently still looking for a Jazz coordinator. We are able to offer a small per diem
honorarium. It would be a benefit for these people to have some experience and background with dance competitions,
be they a parent, former student of dance or a teacher who is not currently teaching locally.
Office Volunteering
Chilliwack & District
Seniors’ Resources
Society
Chilliwack Resource
Centre
Recruiting volunteers to help with
income tax preparations for
seniors in the spring. We are part
of the Community Volunteer
Income Tax Program (CVITP) from
Canada Revenue, volunteers will
be completing income tax using
this program. If interested please
contact Coletta Holmes, Executive
Director 604.793.9979
If you enjoy working in a fun and
friendly, environment, working
with people and numbers, this is
the place to be. We are looking
for volunteers with computer
skills to provide a service in an
array of office responsibilities as
well as income tax preparation –
training will be provided. Hours
would be one shift per week
minimum (Monday through
Thursday from 9AM to 1PM).If this
is for you; we would welcome
your resume and application. For
more information, please call us at
604.702.9595 or email at
cwkrc@shaw.ca.
Canadian Cancer
Society – Chilliwack
Unit
Have office experience? We are
looking for long term (greater than
six months) volunteers to work a 3
hour biweekly shift in our
Chilliwack Office: 10 am – 1pm
Mon to Fri. Or maybe you are
interested in working special
events such as ‘’Daffodil Program,
Relay for Life, Cops for Cancer,
Christmas Gift Wrap. Our Drivers
Program is also looking for
dedicated people to drive cancer
patients to and from their cancer
appointments; it can be a very
satisfying experience. For any or
all of these opportunities, please
contact Anne-Marie (Volunteer
Office Coordinator) at
604.792.3984 or email
chilliwack@bc.cancer.ca.
Star 98.3 supports volunteerism in the Fraser Valley! From Hospice to Big Brothers &
Big Sisters, wherever you volunteer we want to hear about it. If you or someone you
know deserves to be recognized for volunteerism, nominate them today! We will be
highlighting our STAR VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH on-air and online each month.
Nominate today at starfm.com/volunteer
Volunteering With Seniors
Meals on Wheels
Community Drivers
Delivering Meals on
Wheels to seniors is
a great way for you
and your kids to get
involved in the community this
fall! We deliver meals 5 days a
week to Chilliwack and Sardis!
Deliveries happen Monday
through Friday,
starting at 11:30am;
only an hour or two
out of your day!
Choose one regular
day a week or one full week a
month. Please contact Shirley at
604.793.7242 or
triemstras@comserv.bc.ca
Do you enjoy driving and
sharing your time with seniors
and other clients, who are in
need of medical and other
transportation? We are currently
looking for people (especially
women) who are willing to share
their time and vehicle to help
with transportation needs. A per
km charge will be paid to you.
Please contact Len 604.847.2244
for more
information.
Chilliwack
Senior Peer
Counsellors
Chilliwack Senior Peer Counsellors
will be starting a training course
with an orientation on January 26
at 9:30 to 12 noon. The course
will be taught two days a week for
the month of February. If you
enjoy visiting and chatting with
seniors this is the volunteer
opportunity for you. Contact out
office at 604-793-7204 to register
and obtain more details.
Better At Home
The Better at Home Program is accepting applications today for “Friendly Visitors” Please contact
Program Coordinator Sarah Woelders at 604.393.3251 ex 240 or betterathome@comserv.bc.ca in
Chilliwack or Fiona Delcourt at 604.796.2585 betterathome@agassizcs.ca in Agassiz-Harrison.
These positions require a one hour weekly commitment. A weekly visit creates lasting,
meaningful, relationships between seniors and volunteers. With regular visits, isolated seniors
experience improved physical, mental, and emotional health and gain a more positive outlook. No
clinical care is required, just a social visit. Hours are flexible and negotiated between the senior and volunteer. These
positions are ideal for retired individuals and those prepared to make lasting relationships.
Valleyhaven
Guest Home
We are looking
for a volunteer twice a month to
play piano for ½ hour or so. We
are also recruiting volunteers for
socializing, coffee club etc.
Anyone interested can contact
Nicole Spidle Recreation
Coordinator
Nicole.Spidle@kaigo.ca or
604.792.0037 ext. 110
Waverly Seniors Village
We are looking for volunteers for during the daytime for visiting, walking
program etc. Please contact Lorraine Huebner Recreation
Manager @ 604.703.2106 or
lhuebner@retirementconcepts.com
Auburn Retirement Residence
Located at 8531 Young Rd. Chilliwack we are recruiting for
volunteers decorating, research, socializing, crafts, serving, and more. If
interested in helping please contact the recreation manager @ 604.392.0070
or nmcmunn@retirementconcepts.com
Volunteering for / with Children and Youth
Chilliwack Restorative Justice & Youth Advocacy
If you are looking for a fulfilling way to give back to your community
and be part of an exciting team, we have a great opportunity. We are
looking for quality community members who are willing to spend 2-6 hours a month helping with our program. Mentors
work one-on-one with individuals, share their wisdom and help individuals complete their agreement. Accountability
Panel Members act on behalf of the community by listening and supporting clients. Facilitators help prepare the
Restorative Solutions University students welcome. Contact Kathy Funk 604.393.3023 or email
kfunkrestorejustice@gmail.com
Chilliwack Community Services Sardis
Family Place
Located at 7112 Vedder Rd in Sardis, we are looking for
2 volunteers who interact and work well with both
adults and children. Tasks include preparing snacks,
craft preparation and performing light cleaning duties,
including toy washing and sweeping the floor. The
Family Place drop-in program is open Monday –
Thursday 9-11am and Monday and Wednesday
12-2pm. This commitment is for 1- 2 hours per
week. Call Debbie at 604.847.2235.
Better Beginnings
Do you love to work in a kitchen prepping
food and cleaning up? Is cooking your
passion? We would love for you to help us
on Thursday mornings form 8:30am -12pm.
If you think that small children are more what your
passion is about, we are also recruiting volunteers for
child-minding! For more information please
contact Lana 604.701.4978 ex 4
Christ the King Chapel- Unique Kids
Recruiting volunteer child-minders to help in our daycare Monday – Friday 9am-6pm. Please call Bernadette
for more information 604.791.2459 or email berolaoluwa@yahoo.com
Volunteering for / with Children and Youth- Continued
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Fraser Valley
We Invite You to Impact a Life! One Child, Two - Four hours per week. Making a difference is easier than you might
think! Community Based Mentors: Enjoy day-to-day activities with a young person, Build a lifetime commitment to
caring and mentoring, Build a friendship with a young person. Contact Collette at 604.858.0828 or by email
collette.bohach@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca. Visit www.mentoringworks.ca for more information. As a volunteer your
primary responsibility is to have fun and to be a friend!
Big Bunch Leaders Needed!
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Fraser Valley is seeking caring, positive adult role models age 19-99 for our brand-new
“Big Bunch” program. Always wanted to become a Big Brother or Big Sister but can’t commit to weekly outings with a
mentee? Big Bunch is a program for our waitlist kids who are waiting for their Big that only requires a once per MONTH
commitment. You get to mentor up to 3 waitlist kids with similar interests once a month for 2-3 hours while doing fun,
recreational activities in the community Activities might include bowling, ice-skating, swimming, indoor rock-climbing or
arts and craft night. Try drop in karate, shoot some hoops, or go explore a corn maze. The program strives to do the
following:
•
•
•
promote the importance of staying in school and healthy relationships with family and peers
instill and teach trust, independent thinking and self-confidence in order to make healthy decisions
expose children to opportunities and friendships they may not otherwise have
Game On
Recruiting male mentors (grade 11 to around to late 20’s) to run an after school group program for grade 6 boys called
“Game On” which focuses on active, healthy living. The same application and screening process applies for the Game On
program as it does for in school mentoring. Contact Tracey tracey.arsenault@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca or call
604.858.0828 to start your application process.
Community Volunteering
Chilliwack Animal Safe Haven
A non-profit organization dedicated to saving homeless cats and finding them loving homes. We are
currently caring for over 160 cats. We especially need help Mon.-Fri mornings from 8 a.m. to 12 noon, or
from 4p.m. to 6p.m. Mon-Friday. Please check out our web page at www.chilliwackanimalsafehaven. Please contact us
and we will arrange an orientation session for you info@thesafehaven.ca or 604.794.7233 . Note: Volunteers under 16
must have adult supervision.
The Canadian Red Cross Society
This non-profit, humanitarian organization is dedicated to helping Canadians, as well as the most
vulnerable throughout the world, and is seeking a Client Services Volunteer; and an Equipment Cleaning
Volunteer for the Health Equipment Loan Program. The Canadian Red Cross Health Equipment Loan Program - Short
Term Loan Service lends medical equipment (with medical referral) to people in need, on a donation basis. Acting as the
frontline contact for in-person and telephone inquiries from the public, Client Service volunteers dispense and receive
equipment that is being loaned or returned and complete the necessary documentation for same. Interested parties
may submit their applications and resumes quoting, HELP – Chilliwack – Client Services no later than January 31, 2015.
By emailing The Canadian Red Cross Society BCYvolunteering@redcross.ca
Fundraising
Immigrant Employment Program
Recruiting volunteers to MENTOR our clients through
the job search process. Also looking for assistants to
help in workshops with Computer and Resume writing
skills. Contact Amandeep 604.393.3251 to volunteer.
Driver Education Volunteer Instructor
Volunteer needed to assist with our Drivers Education
course in January/February 2015. A total of
approximately 15 – 20 hours. Curriculum is based on
the “Learn to Drive Smart” and is working with
immigrant newcomers. Very fulfilling course to assist
with and CCS staff will facilitate in class with volunteer.
If interested – please contact Lynn Gibson 604.393.3251
gibsonl@comserv.bc.ca
Do you enjoy planning and organizing special events?
Here is a great opportunity for you! We are looking for a
group of energetic and positive volunteers to join the
CCS Gala Committee to help plan and organize this
Signature FUNdraising event. Members of the
committee will be involved with Décor, Registration,
Auction, Marketing and Ticket sales. The Gala
Committee will meet every other week for an hour, at a
time that is most convenient for the members. Are you
interested? please contact Karin at
massark@comserv.bc.ca or 604.792.4267
Immigrant Services program
Evening Volunteers are needed to assist teaching staff
in helping newcomer immigrants learn English. This
volunteer position is for the evening English classes at
our Immigrant Services office, (9214 Mary St.) which
run on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30pm
to 9:30 pm. For those that might be interested in
helping on any of those evenings, please contact Lynn at
gibsonl@comserv.bc.ca or phone the office at
604.393.3251
As per new legislation from the CRA if you wish to have your name removed from or added to this distribution list
please notify Cari at 604.793.7203 or email moorec@comserv.bc.ca
Community Volunteering Continued
Ann Davis Transition Society
Chilliwack Chiefs
Ann Davis Transition Society is currently
looking for volunteers to help in their new
thrift store on Yale Road. Store is open
Wednesday to Saturday10am-4pm. Please
contact Samantha 604.792.2760 to gain valuable retail
and warehouse experience. We are also recruiting
volunteers interested in helping at the office with childminding and reception.
The Chilliwack Chiefs have numerous
volunteer opportunities for this season’s
games. If you are interested in
volunteering please contact Andrea Laycock
604.392.4433 or email andrea@chilliwackchiefs.net
Community Access to
Literacy & Learning
Recruiting volunteer tutors who are
wishing to work with adults. To volunteer
or for more information please contact Debbie
Lamberger 604.796.2585
Salvation Army-Chilliwack
Looking for a "Swamper"- an able bodied
person to accompany our truck driver to help
with furniture pick-ups from community
donors - on Tuesday's and Thursday's. Please
go to www.salvationarmychilliwack.ca for a volunteer
application form or phone 604.792.0001 to apply or for
more information. We are also looking for more
volunteers for Thrift Store Warehouse, Thrift Store
proper, Soup Kitchen, and the Food Bank locations.
White Cane club of Chilliwack
Looking for volunteers to help pick up supplies, set up,
kitchen support and cleanup. (Food safe beneficial but
not a necessity) Group meets the 1st and 3rd
Wednesdays of the month from 12:30 – 3:30pm. Please
call Ann McNabb 604.795.7230 for more information.
CNIB
VisionMates needed in Chilliwack to
provide sighted assistance for
individuals with vision loss. Help
someone once a week for a few
hours with activities such as reading, going for walks,
and running errands. This is a minimum 6 month
commitment, with training provided. Minimum age is
19 years to be a VisionMate. If interested, contact
Jaishree Narsih, Coordinator, Volunteer Services with
CNIB, 604.431.2121 ext 6032 or
Jaishree.narsih@cnib.ca.
Salvation Army Centre of Hope
Abbotsford
The Salvation Army in Abbotsford has
several volunteer opportunities. Please
check out our website at www.careandshare.ca. We
urgently need volunteers who can assist our Outreach
Workers for our Pet Day on Tuesdays from 8 a.m. until
noon. Please contact Sylvia 604.852.9305, ext. 129 for
more details.
Community Policing
The Crime Prevention Office is
looking for Citizens on Patrol volunteers. We specifically
looking for a seasonal volunteer coordinator for the
Chilliwack River Citizens on Patrol, starting on the May
long weekend and goes until the last weekend of
August. . We are also looking for a part time volunteer
Speed Watch Program coordinator. If interested in
either of these positions please contact Michelle Wulff,
Office Manager Chilliwack RCMP-Crime Prevention and
Operational Support Unit 604.393.3001.
Upper Fraser Valley Crime Stoppers
Upper Fraser Valley Crime
Stoppers is looking for
volunteers. It is made up of a
volunteer Board of concerned citizens, media, and area
law enforcement agencies. As a result it has become an
effective crime control program. Volunteers are needed
to help the Board to increase the public’s general
awareness of the Crime Stoppers Program. There is an
annual membership drive and fundraising events are
organized to support the activities and initiatives of the
Upper Fraser Valley Program. If you are interested in
becoming a Crime Stoppers volunteer, please contact
Barb at 604.393.3027 or 604.845.8770.
Correctional Service of Canada
Assisting successful offender reintegrate
into the community is critical to their
success and our safety. We are looking for
confident, well-rounded, community minded individuals
who are self-aware, critical thinkers and have time
and/or skills they would like to share with those who
need a fresh start. The type of support you can offer is
varied and definitely not limited to community
orientation, income tax preparation, finding
accommodations, introductions to pro-social activities,
transportation to programs/appointments/interviews,
one-to-one mentoring, etc. As well, offenders give back
to the community through their own volunteer efforts
and you can help make that happen. Ongoing training
is provided. Interested in learning more? Contact Cindy
Waters at cindy.waters@csc-scc.gc.ca or
1.800.790.4531.
The Chilliwack Hospice
Society
We welcome those interested in
sharing time and providing supports to individuals and
families during the dying and grieving process.
Volunteers for hospital and community supports are
especially needed. In addition, we welcome anyone
interested in volunteering at our Thrifty Boutique and
at various events throughout the year. The training is
not required to volunteer at the Thrifty Boutique or at
events. For more information about our palliative
services and volunteer opportunities, please contact
Jennifer Dacre at 604.795.4660, ext. 222
The MS Society of
Canada, Fraser Valley
Chapter
Actively seeking nominations for
board members, particularly for people from Chilliwack,
Agassiz, Harrison and Hope. We are looking for skilled
volunteers, willing to commit 2-3 hours once per month
for meetings, participation in Chapter events, and
special projects as needed. If you have a connection to
MS and want to aid in guiding the Chapter or for more
information, please contact Joanne Craven at
heybooboo63@icloud.com.
For further volunteer opportunities check out our website at www.comserv.bc.ca then click on Volunteer Chilliwack (left hand
side) or go to http://volweb.ca/volweb/vc_homepage.php?CentreID=594
To arrange for a volunteer interview or to have a volunteer opportunity placed in this listing please call 604.793.7203 or email
moorec@comserv.bc.ca
Volume 8, Issue 1 January and February, 2015
Up Coming Events
Chilliwack
Community
Arts Council
Seeking volunteers
for “An Affair of the Arts” fundraiser on the
evening of Saturday, March 14th 2015. Volunteers
would help with varied activities from coat check
to assisting guests. If you are interested in
spending the evening with us please contact us at
office@chilliwackartscouncil.com or call
604.769.ARTS (2787).
West Coast Kart Club
West Coast Kart Club will be hosting a Winter Race Jan 25, 2015 at Greg Moore Raceway in
Chilliwack, Cash prizes to be won for the Senior Drivers who enter, along with product prizes for
all Junior LO206 Briggs & Stratton Entries. Corner Workers are welcome to come out and enjoy
the races and take part in this onetime event. For more general information visit our website at
www.westcoastkartclub.com where the 2015 schedule is posted. For more information on job descriptions duties and
responsibilities please contact Steve Hames Track Supervisor 604.703.9032 c
The Chilliwack Lions Club Music & Dance Festival
The festival has been running 67 years and is about to start its 68th Annual Festival. In order to keep operational for over
1800 entries with over 5000 participants, we are in urgent need of 2 different types of Volunteers in
the Festival Management area. If you are able to help with either of the following areas, or would
like more information please contact Laurie Hirschman for Registration Jobs at 604.858.3147
hirschmanhouse@telus.net or Madelene Lange for Dance Co-ordinators at 604.795.9633 or
mlange@smartt.com. We will need 2 individuals to help with registration- one would do dance (120
hours) and one would do music (120 hours).
Second request for volunteer help is in Dance. We will be dividing this into 3 Co-ordinators as it is way too big of a
commitment for 1 person. We are currently still looking for a Jazz coordinator. We are able to offer a small per diem
honorarium. It would be a benefit for these people to have some experience and background with dance competitions,
be they a parent, former student of dance or a teacher who is not currently teaching locally.
Office Volunteering
Chilliwack & District
Seniors’ Resources
Society
Chilliwack Resource
Centre
Recruiting volunteers to help with
income tax preparations for
seniors in the spring. We are part
of the Community Volunteer
Income Tax Program (CVITP) from
Canada Revenue, volunteers will
be completing income tax using
this program. If interested please
contact Coletta Holmes, Executive
Director 604.793.9979
If you enjoy working in a fun and
friendly, environment, working
with people and numbers, this is
the place to be. We are looking
for volunteers with computer
skills to provide a service in an
array of office responsibilities as
well as income tax preparation –
training will be provided. Hours
would be one shift per week
minimum (Monday through
Thursday from 9AM to 1PM).If this
is for you; we would welcome
your resume and application. For
more information, please call us at
604.702.9595 or email at
cwkrc@shaw.ca.
Canadian Cancer
Society – Chilliwack
Unit
Have office experience? We are
looking for long term (greater than
six months) volunteers to work a 3
hour biweekly shift in our
Chilliwack Office: 10 am – 1pm
Mon to Fri. Or maybe you are
interested in working special
events such as ‘’Daffodil Program,
Relay for Life, Cops for Cancer,
Christmas Gift Wrap. Our Drivers
Program is also looking for
dedicated people to drive cancer
patients to and from their cancer
appointments; it can be a very
satisfying experience. For any or
all of these opportunities, please
contact Anne-Marie (Volunteer
Office Coordinator) at
604.792.3984 or email
chilliwack@bc.cancer.ca.
Star 98.3 supports volunteerism in the Fraser Valley! From Hospice to Big Brothers &
Big Sisters, wherever you volunteer we want to hear about it. If you or someone you
know deserves to be recognized for volunteerism, nominate them today! We will be
highlighting our STAR VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH on-air and online each month.
Nominate today at starfm.com/volunteer
Volunteering With Seniors
Meals on Wheels
Community Drivers
Delivering Meals on
Wheels to seniors is
a great way for you
and your kids to get
involved in the community this
fall! We deliver meals 5 days a
week to Chilliwack and Sardis!
Deliveries happen Monday
through Friday,
starting at 11:30am;
only an hour or two
out of your day!
Choose one regular
day a week or one full week a
month. Please contact Shirley at
604.793.7242 or
triemstras@comserv.bc.ca
Do you enjoy driving and
sharing your time with seniors
and other clients, who are in
need of medical and other
transportation? We are currently
looking for people (especially
women) who are willing to share
their time and vehicle to help
with transportation needs. A per
km charge will be paid to you.
Please contact Len 604.847.2244
for more
information.
Chilliwack
Senior Peer
Counsellors
Chilliwack Senior Peer Counsellors
will be starting a training course
with an orientation on January 26
at 9:30 to 12 noon. The course
will be taught two days a week for
the month of February. If you
enjoy visiting and chatting with
seniors this is the volunteer
opportunity for you. Contact out
office at 604-793-7204 to register
and obtain more details.
Better At Home
The Better at Home Program is accepting applications today for “Friendly Visitors” Please contact
Program Coordinator Sarah Woelders at 604.393.3251 ex 240 or betterathome@comserv.bc.ca in
Chilliwack or Fiona Delcourt at 604.796.2585 betterathome@agassizcs.ca in Agassiz-Harrison.
These positions require a one hour weekly commitment. A weekly visit creates lasting,
meaningful, relationships between seniors and volunteers. With regular visits, isolated seniors
experience improved physical, mental, and emotional health and gain a more positive outlook. No
clinical care is required, just a social visit. Hours are flexible and negotiated between the senior and volunteer. These
positions are ideal for retired individuals and those prepared to make lasting relationships.
Valleyhaven
Guest Home
We are looking
for a volunteer twice a month to
play piano for ½ hour or so. We
are also recruiting volunteers for
socializing, coffee club etc.
Anyone interested can contact
Nicole Spidle Recreation
Coordinator
Nicole.Spidle@kaigo.ca or
604.792.0037 ext. 110
Waverly Seniors Village
We are looking for volunteers for during the daytime for visiting, walking
program etc. Please contact Lorraine Huebner Recreation
Manager @ 604.703.2106 or
lhuebner@retirementconcepts.com
Auburn Retirement Residence
Located at 8531 Young Rd. Chilliwack we are recruiting for
volunteers decorating, research, socializing, crafts, serving, and more. If
interested in helping please contact the recreation manager @ 604.392.0070
or nmcmunn@retirementconcepts.com
Volunteering for / with Children and Youth
Chilliwack Restorative Justice & Youth Advocacy
If you are looking for a fulfilling way to give back to your community
and be part of an exciting team, we have a great opportunity. We are
looking for quality community members who are willing to spend 2-6 hours a month helping with our program. Mentors
work one-on-one with individuals, share their wisdom and help individuals complete their agreement. Accountability
Panel Members act on behalf of the community by listening and supporting clients. Facilitators help prepare the
Restorative Solutions University students welcome. Contact Kathy Funk 604.393.3023 or email
kfunkrestorejustice@gmail.com
Chilliwack Community Services Sardis
Family Place
Located at 7112 Vedder Rd in Sardis, we are looking for
2 volunteers who interact and work well with both
adults and children. Tasks include preparing snacks,
craft preparation and performing light cleaning duties,
including toy washing and sweeping the floor. The
Family Place drop-in program is open Monday –
Thursday 9-11am and Monday and Wednesday
12-2pm. This commitment is for 1- 2 hours per
week. Call Debbie at 604.847.2235.
Better Beginnings
Do you love to work in a kitchen prepping
food and cleaning up? Is cooking your
passion? We would love for you to help us
on Thursday mornings form 8:30am -12pm.
If you think that small children are more what your
passion is about, we are also recruiting volunteers for
child-minding! For more information please
contact Lana 604.701.4978 ex 4
Christ the King Chapel- Unique Kids
Recruiting volunteer child-minders to help in our daycare Monday – Friday 9am-6pm. Please call Bernadette
for more information 604.791.2459 or email berolaoluwa@yahoo.com
Volunteering for / with Children and Youth- Continued
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Fraser Valley
We Invite You to Impact a Life! One Child, Two - Four hours per week. Making a difference is easier than you might
think! Community Based Mentors: Enjoy day-to-day activities with a young person, Build a lifetime commitment to
caring and mentoring, Build a friendship with a young person. Contact Collette at 604.858.0828 or by email
collette.bohach@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca. Visit www.mentoringworks.ca for more information. As a volunteer your
primary responsibility is to have fun and to be a friend!
Big Bunch Leaders Needed!
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Fraser Valley is seeking caring, positive adult role models age 19-99 for our brand-new
“Big Bunch” program. Always wanted to become a Big Brother or Big Sister but can’t commit to weekly outings with a
mentee? Big Bunch is a program for our waitlist kids who are waiting for their Big that only requires a once per MONTH
commitment. You get to mentor up to 3 waitlist kids with similar interests once a month for 2-3 hours while doing fun,
recreational activities in the community Activities might include bowling, ice-skating, swimming, indoor rock-climbing or
arts and craft night. Try drop in karate, shoot some hoops, or go explore a corn maze. The program strives to do the
following:
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•
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promote the importance of staying in school and healthy relationships with family and peers
instill and teach trust, independent thinking and self-confidence in order to make healthy decisions
expose children to opportunities and friendships they may not otherwise have
Game On
Recruiting male mentors (grade 11 to around to late 20’s) to run an after school group program for grade 6 boys called
“Game On” which focuses on active, healthy living. The same application and screening process applies for the Game On
program as it does for in school mentoring. Contact Tracey tracey.arsenault@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca or call
604.858.0828 to start your application process.
Community Volunteering
Chilliwack Animal Safe Haven
A non-profit organization dedicated to saving homeless cats and finding them loving homes. We are
currently caring for over 160 cats. We especially need help Mon.-Fri mornings from 8 a.m. to 12 noon, or
from 4p.m. to 6p.m. Mon-Friday. Please check out our web page at www.chilliwackanimalsafehaven. Please contact us
and we will arrange an orientation session for you info@thesafehaven.ca or 604.794.7233 . Note: Volunteers under 16
must have adult supervision.
The Canadian Red Cross Society
This non-profit, humanitarian organization is dedicated to helping Canadians, as well as the most
vulnerable throughout the world, and is seeking a Client Services Volunteer; and an Equipment Cleaning
Volunteer for the Health Equipment Loan Program. The Canadian Red Cross Health Equipment Loan Program - Short
Term Loan Service lends medical equipment (with medical referral) to people in need, on a donation basis. Acting as the
frontline contact for in-person and telephone inquiries from the public, Client Service volunteers dispense and receive
equipment that is being loaned or returned and complete the necessary documentation for same. Interested parties
may submit their applications and resumes quoting, HELP – Chilliwack – Client Services no later than January 31, 2015.
By emailing The Canadian Red Cross Society BCYvolunteering@redcross.ca
Fundraising
Immigrant Employment Program
Recruiting volunteers to MENTOR our clients through
the job search process. Also looking for assistants to
help in workshops with Computer and Resume writing
skills. Contact Amandeep 604.393.3251 to volunteer.
Driver Education Volunteer Instructor
Volunteer needed to assist with our Drivers Education
course in January/February 2015. A total of
approximately 15 – 20 hours. Curriculum is based on
the “Learn to Drive Smart” and is working with
immigrant newcomers. Very fulfilling course to assist
with and CCS staff will facilitate in class with volunteer.
If interested – please contact Lynn Gibson 604.393.3251
gibsonl@comserv.bc.ca
Do you enjoy planning and organizing special events?
Here is a great opportunity for you! We are looking for a
group of energetic and positive volunteers to join the
CCS Gala Committee to help plan and organize this
Signature FUNdraising event. Members of the
committee will be involved with Décor, Registration,
Auction, Marketing and Ticket sales. The Gala
Committee will meet every other week for an hour, at a
time that is most convenient for the members. Are you
interested? please contact Karin at
massark@comserv.bc.ca or 604.792.4267
Immigrant Services program
Evening Volunteers are needed to assist teaching staff
in helping newcomer immigrants learn English. This
volunteer position is for the evening English classes at
our Immigrant Services office, (9214 Mary St.) which
run on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30pm
to 9:30 pm. For those that might be interested in
helping on any of those evenings, please contact Lynn at
gibsonl@comserv.bc.ca or phone the office at
604.393.3251
As per new legislation from the CRA if you wish to have your name removed from or added to this distribution list
please notify Cari at 604.793.7203 or email moorec@comserv.bc.ca
Community Volunteering Continued
Ann Davis Transition Society
Chilliwack Chiefs
Ann Davis Transition Society is currently
looking for volunteers to help in their new
thrift store on Yale Road. Store is open
Wednesday to Saturday10am-4pm. Please
contact Samantha 604.792.2760 to gain valuable retail
and warehouse experience. We are also recruiting
volunteers interested in helping at the office with childminding and reception.
The Chilliwack Chiefs have numerous
volunteer opportunities for this season’s
games. If you are interested in
volunteering please contact Andrea Laycock
604.392.4433 or email andrea@chilliwackchiefs.net
Community Access to
Literacy & Learning
Recruiting volunteer tutors who are
wishing to work with adults. To volunteer
or for more information please contact Debbie
Lamberger 604.796.2585
Salvation Army-Chilliwack
Looking for a "Swamper"- an able bodied
person to accompany our truck driver to help
with furniture pick-ups from community
donors - on Tuesday's and Thursday's. Please
go to www.salvationarmychilliwack.ca for a volunteer
application form or phone 604.792.0001 to apply or for
more information. We are also looking for more
volunteers for Thrift Store Warehouse, Thrift Store
proper, Soup Kitchen, and the Food Bank locations.
White Cane club of Chilliwack
Looking for volunteers to help pick up supplies, set up,
kitchen support and cleanup. (Food safe beneficial but
not a necessity) Group meets the 1st and 3rd
Wednesdays of the month from 12:30 – 3:30pm. Please
call Ann McNabb 604.795.7230 for more information.
CNIB
VisionMates needed in Chilliwack to
provide sighted assistance for
individuals with vision loss. Help
someone once a week for a few
hours with activities such as reading, going for walks,
and running errands. This is a minimum 6 month
commitment, with training provided. Minimum age is
19 years to be a VisionMate. If interested, contact
Jaishree Narsih, Coordinator, Volunteer Services with
CNIB, 604.431.2121 ext 6032 or
Jaishree.narsih@cnib.ca.
Salvation Army Centre of Hope
Abbotsford
The Salvation Army in Abbotsford has
several volunteer opportunities. Please
check out our website at www.careandshare.ca. We
urgently need volunteers who can assist our Outreach
Workers for our Pet Day on Tuesdays from 8 a.m. until
noon. Please contact Sylvia 604.852.9305, ext. 129 for
more details.
Community Policing
The Crime Prevention Office is
looking for Citizens on Patrol volunteers. We specifically
looking for a seasonal volunteer coordinator for the
Chilliwack River Citizens on Patrol, starting on the May
long weekend and goes until the last weekend of
August. . We are also looking for a part time volunteer
Speed Watch Program coordinator. If interested in
either of these positions please contact Michelle Wulff,
Office Manager Chilliwack RCMP-Crime Prevention and
Operational Support Unit 604.393.3001.
Upper Fraser Valley Crime Stoppers
Upper Fraser Valley Crime
Stoppers is looking for
volunteers. It is made up of a
volunteer Board of concerned citizens, media, and area
law enforcement agencies. As a result it has become an
effective crime control program. Volunteers are needed
to help the Board to increase the public’s general
awareness of the Crime Stoppers Program. There is an
annual membership drive and fundraising events are
organized to support the activities and initiatives of the
Upper Fraser Valley Program. If you are interested in
becoming a Crime Stoppers volunteer, please contact
Barb at 604.393.3027 or 604.845.8770.
Correctional Service of Canada
Assisting successful offender reintegrate
into the community is critical to their
success and our safety. We are looking for
confident, well-rounded, community minded individuals
who are self-aware, critical thinkers and have time
and/or skills they would like to share with those who
need a fresh start. The type of support you can offer is
varied and definitely not limited to community
orientation, income tax preparation, finding
accommodations, introductions to pro-social activities,
transportation to programs/appointments/interviews,
one-to-one mentoring, etc. As well, offenders give back
to the community through their own volunteer efforts
and you can help make that happen. Ongoing training
is provided. Interested in learning more? Contact Cindy
Waters at cindy.waters@csc-scc.gc.ca or
1.800.790.4531.
The Chilliwack Hospice
Society
We welcome those interested in
sharing time and providing supports to individuals and
families during the dying and grieving process.
Volunteers for hospital and community supports are
especially needed. In addition, we welcome anyone
interested in volunteering at our Thrifty Boutique and
at various events throughout the year. The training is
not required to volunteer at the Thrifty Boutique or at
events. For more information about our palliative
services and volunteer opportunities, please contact
Jennifer Dacre at 604.795.4660, ext. 222
The MS Society of
Canada, Fraser Valley
Chapter
Actively seeking nominations for
board members, particularly for people from Chilliwack,
Agassiz, Harrison and Hope. We are looking for skilled
volunteers, willing to commit 2-3 hours once per month
for meetings, participation in Chapter events, and
special projects as needed. If you have a connection to
MS and want to aid in guiding the Chapter or for more
information, please contact Joanne Craven at
heybooboo63@icloud.com.
For further volunteer opportunities check out our website at www.comserv.bc.ca then click on Volunteer Chilliwack (left hand
side) or go to http://volweb.ca/volweb/vc_homepage.php?CentreID=594
To arrange for a volunteer interview or to have a volunteer opportunity placed in this listing please call 604.793.7203 or email
moorec@comserv.bc.ca
Volume 8, Issue 1 January and February, 2015
Up Coming Events
Chilliwack
Community
Arts Council
Seeking volunteers
for “An Affair of the Arts” fundraiser on the
evening of Saturday, March 14th 2015. Volunteers
would help with varied activities from coat check
to assisting guests. If you are interested in
spending the evening with us please contact us at
office@chilliwackartscouncil.com or call
604.769.ARTS (2787).
West Coast Kart Club
West Coast Kart Club will be hosting a Winter Race Jan 25, 2015 at Greg Moore Raceway in
Chilliwack, Cash prizes to be won for the Senior Drivers who enter, along with product prizes for
all Junior LO206 Briggs & Stratton Entries. Corner Workers are welcome to come out and enjoy
the races and take part in this onetime event. For more general information visit our website at
www.westcoastkartclub.com where the 2015 schedule is posted. For more information on job descriptions duties and
responsibilities please contact Steve Hames Track Supervisor 604.703.9032 c
The Chilliwack Lions Club Music & Dance Festival
The festival has been running 67 years and is about to start its 68th Annual Festival. In order to keep operational for over
1800 entries with over 5000 participants, we are in urgent need of 2 different types of Volunteers in
the Festival Management area. If you are able to help with either of the following areas, or would
like more information please contact Laurie Hirschman for Registration Jobs at 604.858.3147
hirschmanhouse@telus.net or Madelene Lange for Dance Co-ordinators at 604.795.9633 or
mlange@smartt.com. We will need 2 individuals to help with registration- one would do dance (120
hours) and one would do music (120 hours).
Second request for volunteer help is in Dance. We will be dividing this into 3 Co-ordinators as it is way too big of a
commitment for 1 person. We are currently still looking for a Jazz coordinator. We are able to offer a small per diem
honorarium. It would be a benefit for these people to have some experience and background with dance competitions,
be they a parent, former student of dance or a teacher who is not currently teaching locally.
Office Volunteering
Chilliwack & District
Seniors’ Resources
Society
Chilliwack Resource
Centre
Recruiting volunteers to help with
income tax preparations for
seniors in the spring. We are part
of the Community Volunteer
Income Tax Program (CVITP) from
Canada Revenue, volunteers will
be completing income tax using
this program. If interested please
contact Coletta Holmes, Executive
Director 604.793.9979
If you enjoy working in a fun and
friendly, environment, working
with people and numbers, this is
the place to be. We are looking
for volunteers with computer
skills to provide a service in an
array of office responsibilities as
well as income tax preparation –
training will be provided. Hours
would be one shift per week
minimum (Monday through
Thursday from 9AM to 1PM).If this
is for you; we would welcome
your resume and application. For
more information, please call us at
604.702.9595 or email at
cwkrc@shaw.ca.
Canadian Cancer
Society – Chilliwack
Unit
Have office experience? We are
looking for long term (greater than
six months) volunteers to work a 3
hour biweekly shift in our
Chilliwack Office: 10 am – 1pm
Mon to Fri. Or maybe you are
interested in working special
events such as ‘’Daffodil Program,
Relay for Life, Cops for Cancer,
Christmas Gift Wrap. Our Drivers
Program is also looking for
dedicated people to drive cancer
patients to and from their cancer
appointments; it can be a very
satisfying experience. For any or
all of these opportunities, please
contact Anne-Marie (Volunteer
Office Coordinator) at
604.792.3984 or email
chilliwack@bc.cancer.ca.
Star 98.3 supports volunteerism in the Fraser Valley! From Hospice to Big Brothers &
Big Sisters, wherever you volunteer we want to hear about it. If you or someone you
know deserves to be recognized for volunteerism, nominate them today! We will be
highlighting our STAR VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH on-air and online each month.
Nominate today at starfm.com/volunteer
Volunteering With Seniors
Meals on Wheels
Community Drivers
Delivering Meals on
Wheels to seniors is
a great way for you
and your kids to get
involved in the community this
fall! We deliver meals 5 days a
week to Chilliwack and Sardis!
Deliveries happen Monday
through Friday,
starting at 11:30am;
only an hour or two
out of your day!
Choose one regular
day a week or one full week a
month. Please contact Shirley at
604.793.7242 or
triemstras@comserv.bc.ca
Do you enjoy driving and
sharing your time with seniors
and other clients, who are in
need of medical and other
transportation? We are currently
looking for people (especially
women) who are willing to share
their time and vehicle to help
with transportation needs. A per
km charge will be paid to you.
Please contact Len 604.847.2244
for more
information.
Chilliwack
Senior Peer
Counsellors
Chilliwack Senior Peer Counsellors
will be starting a training course
with an orientation on January 26
at 9:30 to 12 noon. The course
will be taught two days a week for
the month of February. If you
enjoy visiting and chatting with
seniors this is the volunteer
opportunity for you. Contact out
office at 604-793-7204 to register
and obtain more details.
Better At Home
The Better at Home Program is accepting applications today for “Friendly Visitors” Please contact
Program Coordinator Sarah Woelders at 604.393.3251 ex 240 or betterathome@comserv.bc.ca in
Chilliwack or Fiona Delcourt at 604.796.2585 betterathome@agassizcs.ca in Agassiz-Harrison.
These positions require a one hour weekly commitment. A weekly visit creates lasting,
meaningful, relationships between seniors and volunteers. With regular visits, isolated seniors
experience improved physical, mental, and emotional health and gain a more positive outlook. No
clinical care is required, just a social visit. Hours are flexible and negotiated between the senior and volunteer. These
positions are ideal for retired individuals and those prepared to make lasting relationships.
Valleyhaven
Guest Home
We are looking
for a volunteer twice a month to
play piano for ½ hour or so. We
are also recruiting volunteers for
socializing, coffee club etc.
Anyone interested can contact
Nicole Spidle Recreation
Coordinator
Nicole.Spidle@kaigo.ca or
604.792.0037 ext. 110
Waverly Seniors Village
We are looking for volunteers for during the daytime for visiting, walking
program etc. Please contact Lorraine Huebner Recreation
Manager @ 604.703.2106 or
lhuebner@retirementconcepts.com
Auburn Retirement Residence
Located at 8531 Young Rd. Chilliwack we are recruiting for
volunteers decorating, research, socializing, crafts, serving, and more. If
interested in helping please contact the recreation manager @ 604.392.0070
or nmcmunn@retirementconcepts.com
Volunteering for / with Children and Youth
Chilliwack Restorative Justice & Youth Advocacy
If you are looking for a fulfilling way to give back to your community
and be part of an exciting team, we have a great opportunity. We are
looking for quality community members who are willing to spend 2-6 hours a month helping with our program. Mentors
work one-on-one with individuals, share their wisdom and help individuals complete their agreement. Accountability
Panel Members act on behalf of the community by listening and supporting clients. Facilitators help prepare the
Restorative Solutions University students welcome. Contact Kathy Funk 604.393.3023 or email
kfunkrestorejustice@gmail.com
Chilliwack Community Services Sardis
Family Place
Located at 7112 Vedder Rd in Sardis, we are looking for
2 volunteers who interact and work well with both
adults and children. Tasks include preparing snacks,
craft preparation and performing light cleaning duties,
including toy washing and sweeping the floor. The
Family Place drop-in program is open Monday –
Thursday 9-11am and Monday and Wednesday
12-2pm. This commitment is for 1- 2 hours per
week. Call Debbie at 604.847.2235.
Better Beginnings
Do you love to work in a kitchen prepping
food and cleaning up? Is cooking your
passion? We would love for you to help us
on Thursday mornings form 8:30am -12pm.
If you think that small children are more what your
passion is about, we are also recruiting volunteers for
child-minding! For more information please
contact Lana 604.701.4978 ex 4
Christ the King Chapel- Unique Kids
Recruiting volunteer child-minders to help in our daycare Monday – Friday 9am-6pm. Please call Bernadette
for more information 604.791.2459 or email berolaoluwa@yahoo.com
Volunteering for / with Children and Youth- Continued
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Fraser Valley
We Invite You to Impact a Life! One Child, Two - Four hours per week. Making a difference is easier than you might
think! Community Based Mentors: Enjoy day-to-day activities with a young person, Build a lifetime commitment to
caring and mentoring, Build a friendship with a young person. Contact Collette at 604.858.0828 or by email
collette.bohach@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca. Visit www.mentoringworks.ca for more information. As a volunteer your
primary responsibility is to have fun and to be a friend!
Big Bunch Leaders Needed!
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Fraser Valley is seeking caring, positive adult role models age 19-99 for our brand-new
“Big Bunch” program. Always wanted to become a Big Brother or Big Sister but can’t commit to weekly outings with a
mentee? Big Bunch is a program for our waitlist kids who are waiting for their Big that only requires a once per MONTH
commitment. You get to mentor up to 3 waitlist kids with similar interests once a month for 2-3 hours while doing fun,
recreational activities in the community Activities might include bowling, ice-skating, swimming, indoor rock-climbing or
arts and craft night. Try drop in karate, shoot some hoops, or go explore a corn maze. The program strives to do the
following:
•
•
•
promote the importance of staying in school and healthy relationships with family and peers
instill and teach trust, independent thinking and self-confidence in order to make healthy decisions
expose children to opportunities and friendships they may not otherwise have
Game On
Recruiting male mentors (grade 11 to around to late 20’s) to run an after school group program for grade 6 boys called
“Game On” which focuses on active, healthy living. The same application and screening process applies for the Game On
program as it does for in school mentoring. Contact Tracey tracey.arsenault@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca or call
604.858.0828 to start your application process.
Community Volunteering
Chilliwack Animal Safe Haven
A non-profit organization dedicated to saving homeless cats and finding them loving homes. We are
currently caring for over 160 cats. We especially need help Mon.-Fri mornings from 8 a.m. to 12 noon, or
from 4p.m. to 6p.m. Mon-Friday. Please check out our web page at www.chilliwackanimalsafehaven. Please contact us
and we will arrange an orientation session for you info@thesafehaven.ca or 604.794.7233 . Note: Volunteers under 16
must have adult supervision.
The Canadian Red Cross Society
This non-profit, humanitarian organization is dedicated to helping Canadians, as well as the most
vulnerable throughout the world, and is seeking a Client Services Volunteer; and an Equipment Cleaning
Volunteer for the Health Equipment Loan Program. The Canadian Red Cross Health Equipment Loan Program - Short
Term Loan Service lends medical equipment (with medical referral) to people in need, on a donation basis. Acting as the
frontline contact for in-person and telephone inquiries from the public, Client Service volunteers dispense and receive
equipment that is being loaned or returned and complete the necessary documentation for same. Interested parties
may submit their applications and resumes quoting, HELP – Chilliwack – Client Services no later than January 31, 2015.
By emailing The Canadian Red Cross Society BCYvolunteering@redcross.ca
Fundraising
Immigrant Employment Program
Recruiting volunteers to MENTOR our clients through
the job search process. Also looking for assistants to
help in workshops with Computer and Resume writing
skills. Contact Amandeep 604.393.3251 to volunteer.
Driver Education Volunteer Instructor
Volunteer needed to assist with our Drivers Education
course in January/February 2015. A total of
approximately 15 – 20 hours. Curriculum is based on
the “Learn to Drive Smart” and is working with
immigrant newcomers. Very fulfilling course to assist
with and CCS staff will facilitate in class with volunteer.
If interested – please contact Lynn Gibson 604.393.3251
gibsonl@comserv.bc.ca
Do you enjoy planning and organizing special events?
Here is a great opportunity for you! We are looking for a
group of energetic and positive volunteers to join the
CCS Gala Committee to help plan and organize this
Signature FUNdraising event. Members of the
committee will be involved with Décor, Registration,
Auction, Marketing and Ticket sales. The Gala
Committee will meet every other week for an hour, at a
time that is most convenient for the members. Are you
interested? please contact Karin at
massark@comserv.bc.ca or 604.792.4267
Immigrant Services program
Evening Volunteers are needed to assist teaching staff
in helping newcomer immigrants learn English. This
volunteer position is for the evening English classes at
our Immigrant Services office, (9214 Mary St.) which
run on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30pm
to 9:30 pm. For those that might be interested in
helping on any of those evenings, please contact Lynn at
gibsonl@comserv.bc.ca or phone the office at
604.393.3251
As per new legislation from the CRA if you wish to have your name removed from or added to this distribution list
please notify Cari at 604.793.7203 or email moorec@comserv.bc.ca
Community Volunteering Continued
Ann Davis Transition Society
Chilliwack Chiefs
Ann Davis Transition Society is currently
looking for volunteers to help in their new
thrift store on Yale Road. Store is open
Wednesday to Saturday10am-4pm. Please
contact Samantha 604.792.2760 to gain valuable retail
and warehouse experience. We are also recruiting
volunteers interested in helping at the office with childminding and reception.
The Chilliwack Chiefs have numerous
volunteer opportunities for this season’s
games. If you are interested in
volunteering please contact Andrea Laycock
604.392.4433 or email andrea@chilliwackchiefs.net
Community Access to
Literacy & Learning
Recruiting volunteer tutors who are
wishing to work with adults. To volunteer
or for more information please contact Debbie
Lamberger 604.796.2585
Salvation Army-Chilliwack
Looking for a "Swamper"- an able bodied
person to accompany our truck driver to help
with furniture pick-ups from community
donors - on Tuesday's and Thursday's. Please
go to www.salvationarmychilliwack.ca for a volunteer
application form or phone 604.792.0001 to apply or for
more information. We are also looking for more
volunteers for Thrift Store Warehouse, Thrift Store
proper, Soup Kitchen, and the Food Bank locations.
White Cane club of Chilliwack
Looking for volunteers to help pick up supplies, set up,
kitchen support and cleanup. (Food safe beneficial but
not a necessity) Group meets the 1st and 3rd
Wednesdays of the month from 12:30 – 3:30pm. Please
call Ann McNabb 604.795.7230 for more information.
CNIB
VisionMates needed in Chilliwack to
provide sighted assistance for
individuals with vision loss. Help
someone once a week for a few
hours with activities such as reading, going for walks,
and running errands. This is a minimum 6 month
commitment, with training provided. Minimum age is
19 years to be a VisionMate. If interested, contact
Jaishree Narsih, Coordinator, Volunteer Services with
CNIB, 604.431.2121 ext 6032 or
Jaishree.narsih@cnib.ca.
Salvation Army Centre of Hope
Abbotsford
The Salvation Army in Abbotsford has
several volunteer opportunities. Please
check out our website at www.careandshare.ca. We
urgently need volunteers who can assist our Outreach
Workers for our Pet Day on Tuesdays from 8 a.m. until
noon. Please contact Sylvia 604.852.9305, ext. 129 for
more details.
Community Policing
The Crime Prevention Office is
looking for Citizens on Patrol volunteers. We specifically
looking for a seasonal volunteer coordinator for the
Chilliwack River Citizens on Patrol, starting on the May
long weekend and goes until the last weekend of
August. . We are also looking for a part time volunteer
Speed Watch Program coordinator. If interested in
either of these positions please contact Michelle Wulff,
Office Manager Chilliwack RCMP-Crime Prevention and
Operational Support Unit 604.393.3001.
Upper Fraser Valley Crime Stoppers
Upper Fraser Valley Crime
Stoppers is looking for
volunteers. It is made up of a
volunteer Board of concerned citizens, media, and area
law enforcement agencies. As a result it has become an
effective crime control program. Volunteers are needed
to help the Board to increase the public’s general
awareness of the Crime Stoppers Program. There is an
annual membership drive and fundraising events are
organized to support the activities and initiatives of the
Upper Fraser Valley Program. If you are interested in
becoming a Crime Stoppers volunteer, please contact
Barb at 604.393.3027 or 604.845.8770.
Correctional Service of Canada
Assisting successful offender reintegrate
into the community is critical to their
success and our safety. We are looking for
confident, well-rounded, community minded individuals
who are self-aware, critical thinkers and have time
and/or skills they would like to share with those who
need a fresh start. The type of support you can offer is
varied and definitely not limited to community
orientation, income tax preparation, finding
accommodations, introductions to pro-social activities,
transportation to programs/appointments/interviews,
one-to-one mentoring, etc. As well, offenders give back
to the community through their own volunteer efforts
and you can help make that happen. Ongoing training
is provided. Interested in learning more? Contact Cindy
Waters at cindy.waters@csc-scc.gc.ca or
1.800.790.4531.
The Chilliwack Hospice
Society
We welcome those interested in
sharing time and providing supports to individuals and
families during the dying and grieving process.
Volunteers for hospital and community supports are
especially needed. In addition, we welcome anyone
interested in volunteering at our Thrifty Boutique and
at various events throughout the year. The training is
not required to volunteer at the Thrifty Boutique or at
events. For more information about our palliative
services and volunteer opportunities, please contact
Jennifer Dacre at 604.795.4660, ext. 222
The MS Society of
Canada, Fraser Valley
Chapter
Actively seeking nominations for
board members, particularly for people from Chilliwack,
Agassiz, Harrison and Hope. We are looking for skilled
volunteers, willing to commit 2-3 hours once per month
for meetings, participation in Chapter events, and
special projects as needed. If you have a connection to
MS and want to aid in guiding the Chapter or for more
information, please contact Joanne Craven at
heybooboo63@icloud.com.
For further volunteer opportunities check out our website at www.comserv.bc.ca then click on Volunteer Chilliwack (left hand
side) or go to http://volweb.ca/volweb/vc_homepage.php?CentreID=594
To arrange for a volunteer interview or to have a volunteer opportunity placed in this listing please call 604.793.7203 or email
moorec@comserv.bc.ca
Volume 8, Issue 1 January and February, 2015
Up Coming Events
Chilliwack
Community
Arts Council
Seeking volunteers
for “An Affair of the Arts” fundraiser on the
evening of Saturday, March 14th 2015. Volunteers
would help with varied activities from coat check
to assisting guests. If you are interested in
spending the evening with us please contact us at
office@chilliwackartscouncil.com or call
604.769.ARTS (2787).
West Coast Kart Club
West Coast Kart Club will be hosting a Winter Race Jan 25, 2015 at Greg Moore Raceway in
Chilliwack, Cash prizes to be won for the Senior Drivers who enter, along with product prizes for
all Junior LO206 Briggs & Stratton Entries. Corner Workers are welcome to come out and enjoy
the races and take part in this onetime event. For more general information visit our website at
www.westcoastkartclub.com where the 2015 schedule is posted. For more information on job descriptions duties and
responsibilities please contact Steve Hames Track Supervisor 604.703.9032 c
The Chilliwack Lions Club Music & Dance Festival
The festival has been running 67 years and is about to start its 68th Annual Festival. In order to keep operational for over
1800 entries with over 5000 participants, we are in urgent need of 2 different types of Volunteers in
the Festival Management area. If you are able to help with either of the following areas, or would
like more information please contact Laurie Hirschman for Registration Jobs at 604.858.3147
hirschmanhouse@telus.net or Madelene Lange for Dance Co-ordinators at 604.795.9633 or
mlange@smartt.com. We will need 2 individuals to help with registration- one would do dance (120
hours) and one would do music (120 hours).
Second request for volunteer help is in Dance. We will be dividing this into 3 Co-ordinators as it is way too big of a
commitment for 1 person. We are currently still looking for a Jazz coordinator. We are able to offer a small per diem
honorarium. It would be a benefit for these people to have some experience and background with dance competitions,
be they a parent, former student of dance or a teacher who is not currently teaching locally.
Office Volunteering
Chilliwack & District
Seniors’ Resources
Society
Chilliwack Resource
Centre
Recruiting volunteers to help with
income tax preparations for
seniors in the spring. We are part
of the Community Volunteer
Income Tax Program (CVITP) from
Canada Revenue, volunteers will
be completing income tax using
this program. If interested please
contact Coletta Holmes, Executive
Director 604.793.9979
If you enjoy working in a fun and
friendly, environment, working
with people and numbers, this is
the place to be. We are looking
for volunteers with computer
skills to provide a service in an
array of office responsibilities as
well as income tax preparation –
training will be provided. Hours
would be one shift per week
minimum (Monday through
Thursday from 9AM to 1PM).If this
is for you; we would welcome
your resume and application. For
more information, please call us at
604.702.9595 or email at
cwkrc@shaw.ca.
Canadian Cancer
Society – Chilliwack
Unit
Have office experience? We are
looking for long term (greater than
six months) volunteers to work a 3
hour biweekly shift in our
Chilliwack Office: 10 am – 1pm
Mon to Fri. Or maybe you are
interested in working special
events such as ‘’Daffodil Program,
Relay for Life, Cops for Cancer,
Christmas Gift Wrap. Our Drivers
Program is also looking for
dedicated people to drive cancer
patients to and from their cancer
appointments; it can be a very
satisfying experience. For any or
all of these opportunities, please
contact Anne-Marie (Volunteer
Office Coordinator) at
604.792.3984 or email
chilliwack@bc.cancer.ca.
Star 98.3 supports volunteerism in the Fraser Valley! From Hospice to Big Brothers &
Big Sisters, wherever you volunteer we want to hear about it. If you or someone you
know deserves to be recognized for volunteerism, nominate them today! We will be
highlighting our STAR VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH on-air and online each month.
Nominate today at starfm.com/volunteer
Volunteering With Seniors
Meals on Wheels
Community Drivers
Delivering Meals on
Wheels to seniors is
a great way for you
and your kids to get
involved in the community this
fall! We deliver meals 5 days a
week to Chilliwack and Sardis!
Deliveries happen Monday
through Friday,
starting at 11:30am;
only an hour or two
out of your day!
Choose one regular
day a week or one full week a
month. Please contact Shirley at
604.793.7242 or
triemstras@comserv.bc.ca
Do you enjoy driving and
sharing your time with seniors
and other clients, who are in
need of medical and other
transportation? We are currently
looking for people (especially
women) who are willing to share
their time and vehicle to help
with transportation needs. A per
km charge will be paid to you.
Please contact Len 604.847.2244
for more
information.
Chilliwack
Senior Peer
Counsellors
Chilliwack Senior Peer Counsellors
will be starting a training course
with an orientation on January 26
at 9:30 to 12 noon. The course
will be taught two days a week for
the month of February. If you
enjoy visiting and chatting with
seniors this is the volunteer
opportunity for you. Contact out
office at 604-793-7204 to register
and obtain more details.
Better At Home
The Better at Home Program is accepting applications today for “Friendly Visitors” Please contact
Program Coordinator Sarah Woelders at 604.393.3251 ex 240 or betterathome@comserv.bc.ca in
Chilliwack or Fiona Delcourt at 604.796.2585 betterathome@agassizcs.ca in Agassiz-Harrison.
These positions require a one hour weekly commitment. A weekly visit creates lasting,
meaningful, relationships between seniors and volunteers. With regular visits, isolated seniors
experience improved physical, mental, and emotional health and gain a more positive outlook. No
clinical care is required, just a social visit. Hours are flexible and negotiated between the senior and volunteer. These
positions are ideal for retired individuals and those prepared to make lasting relationships.
Valleyhaven
Guest Home
We are looking
for a volunteer twice a month to
play piano for ½ hour or so. We
are also recruiting volunteers for
socializing, coffee club etc.
Anyone interested can contact
Nicole Spidle Recreation
Coordinator
Nicole.Spidle@kaigo.ca or
604.792.0037 ext. 110
Waverly Seniors Village
We are looking for volunteers for during the daytime for visiting, walking
program etc. Please contact Lorraine Huebner Recreation
Manager @ 604.703.2106 or
lhuebner@retirementconcepts.com
Auburn Retirement Residence
Located at 8531 Young Rd. Chilliwack we are recruiting for
volunteers decorating, research, socializing, crafts, serving, and more. If
interested in helping please contact the recreation manager @ 604.392.0070
or nmcmunn@retirementconcepts.com
Volunteering for / with Children and Youth
Chilliwack Restorative Justice & Youth Advocacy
If you are looking for a fulfilling way to give back to your community
and be part of an exciting team, we have a great opportunity. We are
looking for quality community members who are willing to spend 2-6 hours a month helping with our program. Mentors
work one-on-one with individuals, share their wisdom and help individuals complete their agreement. Accountability
Panel Members act on behalf of the community by listening and supporting clients. Facilitators help prepare the
Restorative Solutions University students welcome. Contact Kathy Funk 604.393.3023 or email
kfunkrestorejustice@gmail.com
Chilliwack Community Services Sardis
Family Place
Located at 7112 Vedder Rd in Sardis, we are looking for
2 volunteers who interact and work well with both
adults and children. Tasks include preparing snacks,
craft preparation and performing light cleaning duties,
including toy washing and sweeping the floor. The
Family Place drop-in program is open Monday –
Thursday 9-11am and Monday and Wednesday
12-2pm. This commitment is for 1- 2 hours per
week. Call Debbie at 604.847.2235.
Better Beginnings
Do you love to work in a kitchen prepping
food and cleaning up? Is cooking your
passion? We would love for you to help us
on Thursday mornings form 8:30am -12pm.
If you think that small children are more what your
passion is about, we are also recruiting volunteers for
child-minding! For more information please
contact Lana 604.701.4978 ex 4
Christ the King Chapel- Unique Kids
Recruiting volunteer child-minders to help in our daycare Monday – Friday 9am-6pm. Please call Bernadette
for more information 604.791.2459 or email berolaoluwa@yahoo.com
Volunteering for / with Children and Youth- Continued
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Fraser Valley
We Invite You to Impact a Life! One Child, Two - Four hours per week. Making a difference is easier than you might
think! Community Based Mentors: Enjoy day-to-day activities with a young person, Build a lifetime commitment to
caring and mentoring, Build a friendship with a young person. Contact Collette at 604.858.0828 or by email
collette.bohach@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca. Visit www.mentoringworks.ca for more information. As a volunteer your
primary responsibility is to have fun and to be a friend!
Big Bunch Leaders Needed!
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Fraser Valley is seeking caring, positive adult role models age 19-99 for our brand-new
“Big Bunch” program. Always wanted to become a Big Brother or Big Sister but can’t commit to weekly outings with a
mentee? Big Bunch is a program for our waitlist kids who are waiting for their Big that only requires a once per MONTH
commitment. You get to mentor up to 3 waitlist kids with similar interests once a month for 2-3 hours while doing fun,
recreational activities in the community Activities might include bowling, ice-skating, swimming, indoor rock-climbing or
arts and craft night. Try drop in karate, shoot some hoops, or go explore a corn maze. The program strives to do the
following:
•
•
•
promote the importance of staying in school and healthy relationships with family and peers
instill and teach trust, independent thinking and self-confidence in order to make healthy decisions
expose children to opportunities and friendships they may not otherwise have
Game On
Recruiting male mentors (grade 11 to around to late 20’s) to run an after school group program for grade 6 boys called
“Game On” which focuses on active, healthy living. The same application and screening process applies for the Game On
program as it does for in school mentoring. Contact Tracey tracey.arsenault@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca or call
604.858.0828 to start your application process.
Community Volunteering
Chilliwack Animal Safe Haven
A non-profit organization dedicated to saving homeless cats and finding them loving homes. We are
currently caring for over 160 cats. We especially need help Mon.-Fri mornings from 8 a.m. to 12 noon, or
from 4p.m. to 6p.m. Mon-Friday. Please check out our web page at www.chilliwackanimalsafehaven. Please contact us
and we will arrange an orientation session for you info@thesafehaven.ca or 604.794.7233 . Note: Volunteers under 16
must have adult supervision.
The Canadian Red Cross Society
This non-profit, humanitarian organization is dedicated to helping Canadians, as well as the most
vulnerable throughout the world, and is seeking a Client Services Volunteer; and an Equipment Cleaning
Volunteer for the Health Equipment Loan Program. The Canadian Red Cross Health Equipment Loan Program - Short
Term Loan Service lends medical equipment (with medical referral) to people in need, on a donation basis. Acting as the
frontline contact for in-person and telephone inquiries from the public, Client Service volunteers dispense and receive
equipment that is being loaned or returned and complete the necessary documentation for same. Interested parties
may submit their applications and resumes quoting, HELP – Chilliwack – Client Services no later than January 31, 2015.
By emailing The Canadian Red Cross Society BCYvolunteering@redcross.ca
Fundraising
Immigrant Employment Program
Recruiting volunteers to MENTOR our clients through
the job search process. Also looking for assistants to
help in workshops with Computer and Resume writing
skills. Contact Amandeep 604.393.3251 to volunteer.
Driver Education Volunteer Instructor
Volunteer needed to assist with our Drivers Education
course in January/February 2015. A total of
approximately 15 – 20 hours. Curriculum is based on
the “Learn to Drive Smart” and is working with
immigrant newcomers. Very fulfilling course to assist
with and CCS staff will facilitate in class with volunteer.
If interested – please contact Lynn Gibson 604.393.3251
gibsonl@comserv.bc.ca
Do you enjoy planning and organizing special events?
Here is a great opportunity for you! We are looking for a
group of energetic and positive volunteers to join the
CCS Gala Committee to help plan and organize this
Signature FUNdraising event. Members of the
committee will be involved with Décor, Registration,
Auction, Marketing and Ticket sales. The Gala
Committee will meet every other week for an hour, at a
time that is most convenient for the members. Are you
interested? please contact Karin at
massark@comserv.bc.ca or 604.792.4267
Immigrant Services program
Evening Volunteers are needed to assist teaching staff
in helping newcomer immigrants learn English. This
volunteer position is for the evening English classes at
our Immigrant Services office, (9214 Mary St.) which
run on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30pm
to 9:30 pm. For those that might be interested in
helping on any of those evenings, please contact Lynn at
gibsonl@comserv.bc.ca or phone the office at
604.393.3251
As per new legislation from the CRA if you wish to have your name removed from or added to this distribution list
please notify Cari at 604.793.7203 or email moorec@comserv.bc.ca
Community Volunteering Continued
Ann Davis Transition Society
Chilliwack Chiefs
Ann Davis Transition Society is currently
looking for volunteers to help in their new
thrift store on Yale Road. Store is open
Wednesday to Saturday10am-4pm. Please
contact Samantha 604.792.2760 to gain valuable retail
and warehouse experience. We are also recruiting
volunteers interested in helping at the office with childminding and reception.
The Chilliwack Chiefs have numerous
volunteer opportunities for this season’s
games. If you are interested in
volunteering please contact Andrea Laycock
604.392.4433 or email andrea@chilliwackchiefs.net
Community Access to
Literacy & Learning
Recruiting volunteer tutors who are
wishing to work with adults. To volunteer
or for more information please contact Debbie
Lamberger 604.796.2585
Salvation Army-Chilliwack
Looking for a "Swamper"- an able bodied
person to accompany our truck driver to help
with furniture pick-ups from community
donors - on Tuesday's and Thursday's. Please
go to www.salvationarmychilliwack.ca for a volunteer
application form or phone 604.792.0001 to apply or for
more information. We are also looking for more
volunteers for Thrift Store Warehouse, Thrift Store
proper, Soup Kitchen, and the Food Bank locations.
White Cane club of Chilliwack
Looking for volunteers to help pick up supplies, set up,
kitchen support and cleanup. (Food safe beneficial but
not a necessity) Group meets the 1st and 3rd
Wednesdays of the month from 12:30 – 3:30pm. Please
call Ann McNabb 604.795.7230 for more information.
CNIB
VisionMates needed in Chilliwack to
provide sighted assistance for
individuals with vision loss. Help
someone once a week for a few
hours with activities such as reading, going for walks,
and running errands. This is a minimum 6 month
commitment, with training provided. Minimum age is
19 years to be a VisionMate. If interested, contact
Jaishree Narsih, Coordinator, Volunteer Services with
CNIB, 604.431.2121 ext 6032 or
Jaishree.narsih@cnib.ca.
Salvation Army Centre of Hope
Abbotsford
The Salvation Army in Abbotsford has
several volunteer opportunities. Please
check out our website at www.careandshare.ca. We
urgently need volunteers who can assist our Outreach
Workers for our Pet Day on Tuesdays from 8 a.m. until
noon. Please contact Sylvia 604.852.9305, ext. 129 for
more details.
Community Policing
The Crime Prevention Office is
looking for Citizens on Patrol volunteers. We specifically
looking for a seasonal volunteer coordinator for the
Chilliwack River Citizens on Patrol, starting on the May
long weekend and goes until the last weekend of
August. . We are also looking for a part time volunteer
Speed Watch Program coordinator. If interested in
either of these positions please contact Michelle Wulff,
Office Manager Chilliwack RCMP-Crime Prevention and
Operational Support Unit 604.393.3001.
Upper Fraser Valley Crime Stoppers
Upper Fraser Valley Crime
Stoppers is looking for
volunteers. It is made up of a
volunteer Board of concerned citizens, media, and area
law enforcement agencies. As a result it has become an
effective crime control program. Volunteers are needed
to help the Board to increase the public’s general
awareness of the Crime Stoppers Program. There is an
annual membership drive and fundraising events are
organized to support the activities and initiatives of the
Upper Fraser Valley Program. If you are interested in
becoming a Crime Stoppers volunteer, please contact
Barb at 604.393.3027 or 604.845.8770.
Correctional Service of Canada
Assisting successful offender reintegrate
into the community is critical to their
success and our safety. We are looking for
confident, well-rounded, community minded individuals
who are self-aware, critical thinkers and have time
and/or skills they would like to share with those who
need a fresh start. The type of support you can offer is
varied and definitely not limited to community
orientation, income tax preparation, finding
accommodations, introductions to pro-social activities,
transportation to programs/appointments/interviews,
one-to-one mentoring, etc. As well, offenders give back
to the community through their own volunteer efforts
and you can help make that happen. Ongoing training
is provided. Interested in learning more? Contact Cindy
Waters at cindy.waters@csc-scc.gc.ca or
1.800.790.4531.
The Chilliwack Hospice
Society
We welcome those interested in
sharing time and providing supports to individuals and
families during the dying and grieving process.
Volunteers for hospital and community supports are
especially needed. In addition, we welcome anyone
interested in volunteering at our Thrifty Boutique and
at various events throughout the year. The training is
not required to volunteer at the Thrifty Boutique or at
events. For more information about our palliative
services and volunteer opportunities, please contact
Jennifer Dacre at 604.795.4660, ext. 222
The MS Society of
Canada, Fraser Valley
Chapter
Actively seeking nominations for
board members, particularly for people from Chilliwack,
Agassiz, Harrison and Hope. We are looking for skilled
volunteers, willing to commit 2-3 hours once per month
for meetings, participation in Chapter events, and
special projects as needed. If you have a connection to
MS and want to aid in guiding the Chapter or for more
information, please contact Joanne Craven at
heybooboo63@icloud.com.
For further volunteer opportunities check out our website at www.comserv.bc.ca then click on Volunteer Chilliwack (left hand
side) or go to http://volweb.ca/volweb/vc_homepage.php?CentreID=594
To arrange for a volunteer interview or to have a volunteer opportunity placed in this listing please call 604.793.7203 or email
moorec@comserv.bc.ca
Volume 8, Issue 1 January and February, 2015
Up Coming Events
Chilliwack
Community
Arts Council
Seeking volunteers
for “An Affair of the Arts” fundraiser on the
evening of Saturday, March 14th 2015. Volunteers
would help with varied activities from coat check
to assisting guests. If you are interested in
spending the evening with us please contact us at
office@chilliwackartscouncil.com or call
604.769.ARTS (2787).
West Coast Kart Club
West Coast Kart Club will be hosting a Winter Race Jan 25, 2015 at Greg Moore Raceway in
Chilliwack, Cash prizes to be won for the Senior Drivers who enter, along with product prizes for
all Junior LO206 Briggs & Stratton Entries. Corner Workers are welcome to come out and enjoy
the races and take part in this onetime event. For more general information visit our website at
www.westcoastkartclub.com where the 2015 schedule is posted. For more information on job descriptions duties and
responsibilities please contact Steve Hames Track Supervisor 604.703.9032 c
The Chilliwack Lions Club Music & Dance Festival
The festival has been running 67 years and is about to start its 68th Annual Festival. In order to keep operational for over
1800 entries with over 5000 participants, we are in urgent need of 2 different types of Volunteers in
the Festival Management area. If you are able to help with either of the following areas, or would
like more information please contact Laurie Hirschman for Registration Jobs at 604.858.3147
hirschmanhouse@telus.net or Madelene Lange for Dance Co-ordinators at 604.795.9633 or
mlange@smartt.com. We will need 2 individuals to help with registration- one would do dance (120
hours) and one would do music (120 hours).
Second request for volunteer help is in Dance. We will be dividing this into 3 Co-ordinators as it is way too big of a
commitment for 1 person. We are currently still looking for a Jazz coordinator. We are able to offer a small per diem
honorarium. It would be a benefit for these people to have some experience and background with dance competitions,
be they a parent, former student of dance or a teacher who is not currently teaching locally.
Office Volunteering
Chilliwack & District
Seniors’ Resources
Society
Chilliwack Resource
Centre
Recruiting volunteers to help with
income tax preparations for
seniors in the spring. We are part
of the Community Volunteer
Income Tax Program (CVITP) from
Canada Revenue, volunteers will
be completing income tax using
this program. If interested please
contact Coletta Holmes, Executive
Director 604.793.9979
If you enjoy working in a fun and
friendly, environment, working
with people and numbers, this is
the place to be. We are looking
for volunteers with computer
skills to provide a service in an
array of office responsibilities as
well as income tax preparation –
training will be provided. Hours
would be one shift per week
minimum (Monday through
Thursday from 9AM to 1PM).If this
is for you; we would welcome
your resume and application. For
more information, please call us at
604.702.9595 or email at
cwkrc@shaw.ca.
Canadian Cancer
Society – Chilliwack
Unit
Have office experience? We are
looking for long term (greater than
six months) volunteers to work a 3
hour biweekly shift in our
Chilliwack Office: 10 am – 1pm
Mon to Fri. Or maybe you are
interested in working special
events such as ‘’Daffodil Program,
Relay for Life, Cops for Cancer,
Christmas Gift Wrap. Our Drivers
Program is also looking for
dedicated people to drive cancer
patients to and from their cancer
appointments; it can be a very
satisfying experience. For any or
all of these opportunities, please
contact Anne-Marie (Volunteer
Office Coordinator) at
604.792.3984 or email
chilliwack@bc.cancer.ca.
Star 98.3 supports volunteerism in the Fraser Valley! From Hospice to Big Brothers &
Big Sisters, wherever you volunteer we want to hear about it. If you or someone you
know deserves to be recognized for volunteerism, nominate them today! We will be
highlighting our STAR VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH on-air and online each month.
Nominate today at starfm.com/volunteer
Volunteering With Seniors
Meals on Wheels
Community Drivers
Delivering Meals on
Wheels to seniors is
a great way for you
and your kids to get
involved in the community this
fall! We deliver meals 5 days a
week to Chilliwack and Sardis!
Deliveries happen Monday
through Friday,
starting at 11:30am;
only an hour or two
out of your day!
Choose one regular
day a week or one full week a
month. Please contact Shirley at
604.793.7242 or
triemstras@comserv.bc.ca
Do you enjoy driving and
sharing your time with seniors
and other clients, who are in
need of medical and other
transportation? We are currently
looking for people (especially
women) who are willing to share
their time and vehicle to help
with transportation needs. A per
km charge will be paid to you.
Please contact Len 604.847.2244
for more
information.
Chilliwack
Senior Peer
Counsellors
Chilliwack Senior Peer Counsellors
will be starting a training course
with an orientation on January 26
at 9:30 to 12 noon. The course
will be taught two days a week for
the month of February. If you
enjoy visiting and chatting with
seniors this is the volunteer
opportunity for you. Contact out
office at 604-793-7204 to register
and obtain more details.
Better At Home
The Better at Home Program is accepting applications today for “Friendly Visitors” Please contact
Program Coordinator Sarah Woelders at 604.393.3251 ex 240 or betterathome@comserv.bc.ca in
Chilliwack or Fiona Delcourt at 604.796.2585 betterathome@agassizcs.ca in Agassiz-Harrison.
These positions require a one hour weekly commitment. A weekly visit creates lasting,
meaningful, relationships between seniors and volunteers. With regular visits, isolated seniors
experience improved physical, mental, and emotional health and gain a more positive outlook. No
clinical care is required, just a social visit. Hours are flexible and negotiated between the senior and volunteer. These
positions are ideal for retired individuals and those prepared to make lasting relationships.
Valleyhaven
Guest Home
We are looking
for a volunteer twice a month to
play piano for ½ hour or so. We
are also recruiting volunteers for
socializing, coffee club etc.
Anyone interested can contact
Nicole Spidle Recreation
Coordinator
Nicole.Spidle@kaigo.ca or
604.792.0037 ext. 110
Waverly Seniors Village
We are looking for volunteers for during the daytime for visiting, walking
program etc. Please contact Lorraine Huebner Recreation
Manager @ 604.703.2106 or
lhuebner@retirementconcepts.com
Auburn Retirement Residence
Located at 8531 Young Rd. Chilliwack we are recruiting for
volunteers decorating, research, socializing, crafts, serving, and more. If
interested in helping please contact the recreation manager @ 604.392.0070
or nmcmunn@retirementconcepts.com
Volunteering for / with Children and Youth
Chilliwack Restorative Justice & Youth Advocacy
If you are looking for a fulfilling way to give back to your community
and be part of an exciting team, we have a great opportunity. We are
looking for quality community members who are willing to spend 2-6 hours a month helping with our program. Mentors
work one-on-one with individuals, share their wisdom and help individuals complete their agreement. Accountability
Panel Members act on behalf of the community by listening and supporting clients. Facilitators help prepare the
Restorative Solutions University students welcome. Contact Kathy Funk 604.393.3023 or email
kfunkrestorejustice@gmail.com
Chilliwack Community Services Sardis
Family Place
Located at 7112 Vedder Rd in Sardis, we are looking for
2 volunteers who interact and work well with both
adults and children. Tasks include preparing snacks,
craft preparation and performing light cleaning duties,
including toy washing and sweeping the floor. The
Family Place drop-in program is open Monday –
Thursday 9-11am and Monday and Wednesday
12-2pm. This commitment is for 1- 2 hours per
week. Call Debbie at 604.847.2235.
Better Beginnings
Do you love to work in a kitchen prepping
food and cleaning up? Is cooking your
passion? We would love for you to help us
on Thursday mornings form 8:30am -12pm.
If you think that small children are more what your
passion is about, we are also recruiting volunteers for
child-minding! For more information please
contact Lana 604.701.4978 ex 4
Christ the King Chapel- Unique Kids
Recruiting volunteer child-minders to help in our daycare Monday – Friday 9am-6pm. Please call Bernadette
for more information 604.791.2459 or email berolaoluwa@yahoo.com
Volunteering for / with Children and Youth- Continued
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Fraser Valley
We Invite You to Impact a Life! One Child, Two - Four hours per week. Making a difference is easier than you might
think! Community Based Mentors: Enjoy day-to-day activities with a young person, Build a lifetime commitment to
caring and mentoring, Build a friendship with a young person. Contact Collette at 604.858.0828 or by email
collette.bohach@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca. Visit www.mentoringworks.ca for more information. As a volunteer your
primary responsibility is to have fun and to be a friend!
Big Bunch Leaders Needed!
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Fraser Valley is seeking caring, positive adult role models age 19-99 for our brand-new
“Big Bunch” program. Always wanted to become a Big Brother or Big Sister but can’t commit to weekly outings with a
mentee? Big Bunch is a program for our waitlist kids who are waiting for their Big that only requires a once per MONTH
commitment. You get to mentor up to 3 waitlist kids with similar interests once a month for 2-3 hours while doing fun,
recreational activities in the community Activities might include bowling, ice-skating, swimming, indoor rock-climbing or
arts and craft night. Try drop in karate, shoot some hoops, or go explore a corn maze. The program strives to do the
following:
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promote the importance of staying in school and healthy relationships with family and peers
instill and teach trust, independent thinking and self-confidence in order to make healthy decisions
expose children to opportunities and friendships they may not otherwise have
Game On
Recruiting male mentors (grade 11 to around to late 20’s) to run an after school group program for grade 6 boys called
“Game On” which focuses on active, healthy living. The same application and screening process applies for the Game On
program as it does for in school mentoring. Contact Tracey tracey.arsenault@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca or call
604.858.0828 to start your application process.
Community Volunteering
Chilliwack Animal Safe Haven
A non-profit organization dedicated to saving homeless cats and finding them loving homes. We are
currently caring for over 160 cats. We especially need help Mon.-Fri mornings from 8 a.m. to 12 noon, or
from 4p.m. to 6p.m. Mon-Friday. Please check out our web page at www.chilliwackanimalsafehaven. Please contact us
and we will arrange an orientation session for you info@thesafehaven.ca or 604.794.7233 . Note: Volunteers under 16
must have adult supervision.
The Canadian Red Cross Society
This non-profit, humanitarian organization is dedicated to helping Canadians, as well as the most
vulnerable throughout the world, and is seeking a Client Services Volunteer; and an Equipment Cleaning
Volunteer for the Health Equipment Loan Program. The Canadian Red Cross Health Equipment Loan Program - Short
Term Loan Service lends medical equipment (with medical referral) to people in need, on a donation basis. Acting as the
frontline contact for in-person and telephone inquiries from the public, Client Service volunteers dispense and receive
equipment that is being loaned or returned and complete the necessary documentation for same. Interested parties
may submit their applications and resumes quoting, HELP – Chilliwack – Client Services no later than January 31, 2015.
By emailing The Canadian Red Cross Society BCYvolunteering@redcross.ca
Fundraising
Immigrant Employment Program
Recruiting volunteers to MENTOR our clients through
the job search process. Also looking for assistants to
help in workshops with Computer and Resume writing
skills. Contact Amandeep 604.393.3251 to volunteer.
Driver Education Volunteer Instructor
Volunteer needed to assist with our Drivers Education
course in January/February 2015. A total of
approximately 15 – 20 hours. Curriculum is based on
the “Learn to Drive Smart” and is working with
immigrant newcomers. Very fulfilling course to assist
with and CCS staff will facilitate in class with volunteer.
If interested – please contact Lynn Gibson 604.393.3251
gibsonl@comserv.bc.ca
Do you enjoy planning and organizing special events?
Here is a great opportunity for you! We are looking for a
group of energetic and positive volunteers to join the
CCS Gala Committee to help plan and organize this
Signature FUNdraising event. Members of the
committee will be involved with Décor, Registration,
Auction, Marketing and Ticket sales. The Gala
Committee will meet every other week for an hour, at a
time that is most convenient for the members. Are you
interested? please contact Karin at
massark@comserv.bc.ca or 604.792.4267
Immigrant Services program
Evening Volunteers are needed to assist teaching staff
in helping newcomer immigrants learn English. This
volunteer position is for the evening English classes at
our Immigrant Services office, (9214 Mary St.) which
run on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30pm
to 9:30 pm. For those that might be interested in
helping on any of those evenings, please contact Lynn at
gibsonl@comserv.bc.ca or phone the office at
604.393.3251
As per new legislation from the CRA if you wish to have your name removed from or added to this distribution list
please notify Cari at 604.793.7203 or email moorec@comserv.bc.ca
Community Volunteering Continued
Ann Davis Transition Society
Chilliwack Chiefs
Ann Davis Transition Society is currently
looking for volunteers to help in their new
thrift store on Yale Road. Store is open
Wednesday to Saturday10am-4pm. Please
contact Samantha 604.792.2760 to gain valuable retail
and warehouse experience. We are also recruiting
volunteers interested in helping at the office with childminding and reception.
The Chilliwack Chiefs have numerous
volunteer opportunities for this season’s
games. If you are interested in
volunteering please contact Andrea Laycock
604.392.4433 or email andrea@chilliwackchiefs.net
Community Access to
Literacy & Learning
Recruiting volunteer tutors who are
wishing to work with adults. To volunteer
or for more information please contact Debbie
Lamberger 604.796.2585
Salvation Army-Chilliwack
Looking for a "Swamper"- an able bodied
person to accompany our truck driver to help
with furniture pick-ups from community
donors - on Tuesday's and Thursday's. Please
go to www.salvationarmychilliwack.ca for a volunteer
application form or phone 604.792.0001 to apply or for
more information. We are also looking for more
volunteers for Thrift Store Warehouse, Thrift Store
proper, Soup Kitchen, and the Food Bank locations.
White Cane club of Chilliwack
Looking for volunteers to help pick up supplies, set up,
kitchen support and cleanup. (Food safe beneficial but
not a necessity) Group meets the 1st and 3rd
Wednesdays of the month from 12:30 – 3:30pm. Please
call Ann McNabb 604.795.7230 for more information.
CNIB
VisionMates needed in Chilliwack to
provide sighted assistance for
individuals with vision loss. Help
someone once a week for a few
hours with activities such as reading, going for walks,
and running errands. This is a minimum 6 month
commitment, with training provided. Minimum age is
19 years to be a VisionMate. If interested, contact
Jaishree Narsih, Coordinator, Volunteer Services with
CNIB, 604.431.2121 ext 6032 or
Jaishree.narsih@cnib.ca.
Salvation Army Centre of Hope
Abbotsford
The Salvation Army in Abbotsford has
several volunteer opportunities. Please
check out our website at www.careandshare.ca. We
urgently need volunteers who can assist our Outreach
Workers for our Pet Day on Tuesdays from 8 a.m. until
noon. Please contact Sylvia 604.852.9305, ext. 129 for
more details.
Community Policing
The Crime Prevention Office is
looking for Citizens on Patrol volunteers. We specifically
looking for a seasonal volunteer coordinator for the
Chilliwack River Citizens on Patrol, starting on the May
long weekend and goes until the last weekend of
August. . We are also looking for a part time volunteer
Speed Watch Program coordinator. If interested in
either of these positions please contact Michelle Wulff,
Office Manager Chilliwack RCMP-Crime Prevention and
Operational Support Unit 604.393.3001.
Upper Fraser Valley Crime Stoppers
Upper Fraser Valley Crime
Stoppers is looking for
volunteers. It is made up of a
volunteer Board of concerned citizens, media, and area
law enforcement agencies. As a result it has become an
effective crime control program. Volunteers are needed
to help the Board to increase the public’s general
awareness of the Crime Stoppers Program. There is an
annual membership drive and fundraising events are
organized to support the activities and initiatives of the
Upper Fraser Valley Program. If you are interested in
becoming a Crime Stoppers volunteer, please contact
Barb at 604.393.3027 or 604.845.8770.
Correctional Service of Canada
Assisting successful offender reintegrate
into the community is critical to their
success and our safety. We are looking for
confident, well-rounded, community minded individuals
who are self-aware, critical thinkers and have time
and/or skills they would like to share with those who
need a fresh start. The type of support you can offer is
varied and definitely not limited to community
orientation, income tax preparation, finding
accommodations, introductions to pro-social activities,
transportation to programs/appointments/interviews,
one-to-one mentoring, etc. As well, offenders give back
to the community through their own volunteer efforts
and you can help make that happen. Ongoing training
is provided. Interested in learning more? Contact Cindy
Waters at cindy.waters@csc-scc.gc.ca or
1.800.790.4531.
The Chilliwack Hospice
Society
We welcome those interested in
sharing time and providing supports to individuals and
families during the dying and grieving process.
Volunteers for hospital and community supports are
especially needed. In addition, we welcome anyone
interested in volunteering at our Thrifty Boutique and
at various events throughout the year. The training is
not required to volunteer at the Thrifty Boutique or at
events. For more information about our palliative
services and volunteer opportunities, please contact
Jennifer Dacre at 604.795.4660, ext. 222
The MS Society of
Canada, Fraser Valley
Chapter
Actively seeking nominations for
board members, particularly for people from Chilliwack,
Agassiz, Harrison and Hope. We are looking for skilled
volunteers, willing to commit 2-3 hours once per month
for meetings, participation in Chapter events, and
special projects as needed. If you have a connection to
MS and want to aid in guiding the Chapter or for more
information, please contact Joanne Craven at
heybooboo63@icloud.com.
For further volunteer opportunities check out our website at www.comserv.bc.ca then click on Volunteer Chilliwack (left hand
side) or go to http://volweb.ca/volweb/vc_homepage.php?CentreID=594
To arrange for a volunteer interview or to have a volunteer opportunity placed in this listing please call 604.793.7203 or email
moorec@comserv.bc.ca
Volume 8, Issue 1 January and February, 2015
Up Coming Events
Chilliwack
Community
Arts Council
Seeking volunteers
for “An Affair of the Arts” fundraiser on the
evening of Saturday, March 14th 2015. Volunteers
would help with varied activities from coat check
to assisting guests. If you are interested in
spending the evening with us please contact us at
office@chilliwackartscouncil.com or call
604.769.ARTS (2787).
West Coast Kart Club
West Coast Kart Club will be hosting a Winter Race Jan 25, 2015 at Greg Moore Raceway in
Chilliwack, Cash prizes to be won for the Senior Drivers who enter, along with product prizes for
all Junior LO206 Briggs & Stratton Entries. Corner Workers are welcome to come out and enjoy
the races and take part in this onetime event. For more general information visit our website at
www.westcoastkartclub.com where the 2015 schedule is posted. For more information on job descriptions duties and
responsibilities please contact Steve Hames Track Supervisor 604.703.9032 c
The Chilliwack Lions Club Music & Dance Festival
The festival has been running 67 years and is about to start its 68th Annual Festival. In order to keep operational for over
1800 entries with over 5000 participants, we are in urgent need of 2 different types of Volunteers in
the Festival Management area. If you are able to help with either of the following areas, or would
like more information please contact Laurie Hirschman for Registration Jobs at 604.858.3147
hirschmanhouse@telus.net or Madelene Lange for Dance Co-ordinators at 604.795.9633 or
mlange@smartt.com. We will need 2 individuals to help with registration- one would do dance (120
hours) and one would do music (120 hours).
Second request for volunteer help is in Dance. We will be dividing this into 3 Co-ordinators as it is way too big of a
commitment for 1 person. We are currently still looking for a Jazz coordinator. We are able to offer a small per diem
honorarium. It would be a benefit for these people to have some experience and background with dance competitions,
be they a parent, former student of dance or a teacher who is not currently teaching locally.
Office Volunteering
Chilliwack & District
Seniors’ Resources
Society
Chilliwack Resource
Centre
Recruiting volunteers to help with
income tax preparations for
seniors in the spring. We are part
of the Community Volunteer
Income Tax Program (CVITP) from
Canada Revenue, volunteers will
be completing income tax using
this program. If interested please
contact Coletta Holmes, Executive
Director 604.793.9979
If you enjoy working in a fun and
friendly, environment, working
with people and numbers, this is
the place to be. We are looking
for volunteers with computer
skills to provide a service in an
array of office responsibilities as
well as income tax preparation –
training will be provided. Hours
would be one shift per week
minimum (Monday through
Thursday from 9AM to 1PM).If this
is for you; we would welcome
your resume and application. For
more information, please call us at
604.702.9595 or email at
cwkrc@shaw.ca.
Canadian Cancer
Society – Chilliwack
Unit
Have office experience? We are
looking for long term (greater than
six months) volunteers to work a 3
hour biweekly shift in our
Chilliwack Office: 10 am – 1pm
Mon to Fri. Or maybe you are
interested in working special
events such as ‘’Daffodil Program,
Relay for Life, Cops for Cancer,
Christmas Gift Wrap. Our Drivers
Program is also looking for
dedicated people to drive cancer
patients to and from their cancer
appointments; it can be a very
satisfying experience. For any or
all of these opportunities, please
contact Anne-Marie (Volunteer
Office Coordinator) at
604.792.3984 or email
chilliwack@bc.cancer.ca.
Star 98.3 supports volunteerism in the Fraser Valley! From Hospice to Big Brothers &
Big Sisters, wherever you volunteer we want to hear about it. If you or someone you
know deserves to be recognized for volunteerism, nominate them today! We will be
highlighting our STAR VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH on-air and online each month.
Nominate today at starfm.com/volunteer
Volunteering With Seniors
Meals on Wheels
Community Drivers
Delivering Meals on
Wheels to seniors is
a great way for you
and your kids to get
involved in the community this
fall! We deliver meals 5 days a
week to Chilliwack and Sardis!
Deliveries happen Monday
through Friday,
starting at 11:30am;
only an hour or two
out of your day!
Choose one regular
day a week or one full week a
month. Please contact Shirley at
604.793.7242 or
triemstras@comserv.bc.ca
Do you enjoy driving and
sharing your time with seniors
and other clients, who are in
need of medical and other
transportation? We are currently
looking for people (especially
women) who are willing to share
their time and vehicle to help
with transportation needs. A per
km charge will be paid to you.
Please contact Len 604.847.2244
for more
information.
Chilliwack
Senior Peer
Counsellors
Chilliwack Senior Peer Counsellors
will be starting a training course
with an orientation on January 26
at 9:30 to 12 noon. The course
will be taught two days a week for
the month of February. If you
enjoy visiting and chatting with
seniors this is the volunteer
opportunity for you. Contact out
office at 604-793-7204 to register
and obtain more details.
Better At Home
The Better at Home Program is accepting applications today for “Friendly Visitors” Please contact
Program Coordinator Sarah Woelders at 604.393.3251 ex 240 or betterathome@comserv.bc.ca in
Chilliwack or Fiona Delcourt at 604.796.2585 betterathome@agassizcs.ca in Agassiz-Harrison.
These positions require a one hour weekly commitment. A weekly visit creates lasting,
meaningful, relationships between seniors and volunteers. With regular visits, isolated seniors
experience improved physical, mental, and emotional health and gain a more positive outlook. No
clinical care is required, just a social visit. Hours are flexible and negotiated between the senior and volunteer. These
positions are ideal for retired individuals and those prepared to make lasting relationships.
Valleyhaven
Guest Home
We are looking
for a volunteer twice a month to
play piano for ½ hour or so. We
are also recruiting volunteers for
socializing, coffee club etc.
Anyone interested can contact
Nicole Spidle Recreation
Coordinator
Nicole.Spidle@kaigo.ca or
604.792.0037 ext. 110
Waverly Seniors Village
We are looking for volunteers for during the daytime for visiting, walking
program etc. Please contact Lorraine Huebner Recreation
Manager @ 604.703.2106 or
lhuebner@retirementconcepts.com
Auburn Retirement Residence
Located at 8531 Young Rd. Chilliwack we are recruiting for
volunteers decorating, research, socializing, crafts, serving, and more. If
interested in helping please contact the recreation manager @ 604.392.0070
or nmcmunn@retirementconcepts.com
Volunteering for / with Children and Youth
Chilliwack Restorative Justice & Youth Advocacy
If you are looking for a fulfilling way to give back to your community
and be part of an exciting team, we have a great opportunity. We are
looking for quality community members who are willing to spend 2-6 hours a month helping with our program. Mentors
work one-on-one with individuals, share their wisdom and help individuals complete their agreement. Accountability
Panel Members act on behalf of the community by listening and supporting clients. Facilitators help prepare the
Restorative Solutions University students welcome. Contact Kathy Funk 604.393.3023 or email
kfunkrestorejustice@gmail.com
Chilliwack Community Services Sardis
Family Place
Located at 7112 Vedder Rd in Sardis, we are looking for
2 volunteers who interact and work well with both
adults and children. Tasks include preparing snacks,
craft preparation and performing light cleaning duties,
including toy washing and sweeping the floor. The
Family Place drop-in program is open Monday –
Thursday 9-11am and Monday and Wednesday
12-2pm. This commitment is for 1- 2 hours per
week. Call Debbie at 604.847.2235.
Better Beginnings
Do you love to work in a kitchen prepping
food and cleaning up? Is cooking your
passion? We would love for you to help us
on Thursday mornings form 8:30am -12pm.
If you think that small children are more what your
passion is about, we are also recruiting volunteers for
child-minding! For more information please
contact Lana 604.701.4978 ex 4
Christ the King Chapel- Unique Kids
Recruiting volunteer child-minders to help in our daycare Monday – Friday 9am-6pm. Please call Bernadette
for more information 604.791.2459 or email berolaoluwa@yahoo.com
Volunteering for / with Children and Youth- Continued
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Fraser Valley
We Invite You to Impact a Life! One Child, Two - Four hours per week. Making a difference is easier than you might
think! Community Based Mentors: Enjoy day-to-day activities with a young person, Build a lifetime commitment to
caring and mentoring, Build a friendship with a young person. Contact Collette at 604.858.0828 or by email
collette.bohach@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca. Visit www.mentoringworks.ca for more information. As a volunteer your
primary responsibility is to have fun and to be a friend!
Big Bunch Leaders Needed!
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Fraser Valley is seeking caring, positive adult role models age 19-99 for our brand-new
“Big Bunch” program. Always wanted to become a Big Brother or Big Sister but can’t commit to weekly outings with a
mentee? Big Bunch is a program for our waitlist kids who are waiting for their Big that only requires a once per MONTH
commitment. You get to mentor up to 3 waitlist kids with similar interests once a month for 2-3 hours while doing fun,
recreational activities in the community Activities might include bowling, ice-skating, swimming, indoor rock-climbing or
arts and craft night. Try drop in karate, shoot some hoops, or go explore a corn maze. The program strives to do the
following:
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promote the importance of staying in school and healthy relationships with family and peers
instill and teach trust, independent thinking and self-confidence in order to make healthy decisions
expose children to opportunities and friendships they may not otherwise have
Game On
Recruiting male mentors (grade 11 to around to late 20’s) to run an after school group program for grade 6 boys called
“Game On” which focuses on active, healthy living. The same application and screening process applies for the Game On
program as it does for in school mentoring. Contact Tracey tracey.arsenault@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca or call
604.858.0828 to start your application process.
Community Volunteering
Chilliwack Animal Safe Haven
A non-profit organization dedicated to saving homeless cats and finding them loving homes. We are
currently caring for over 160 cats. We especially need help Mon.-Fri mornings from 8 a.m. to 12 noon, or
from 4p.m. to 6p.m. Mon-Friday. Please check out our web page at www.chilliwackanimalsafehaven. Please contact us
and we will arrange an orientation session for you info@thesafehaven.ca or 604.794.7233 . Note: Volunteers under 16
must have adult supervision.
The Canadian Red Cross Society
This non-profit, humanitarian organization is dedicated to helping Canadians, as well as the most
vulnerable throughout the world, and is seeking a Client Services Volunteer; and an Equipment Cleaning
Volunteer for the Health Equipment Loan Program. The Canadian Red Cross Health Equipment Loan Program - Short
Term Loan Service lends medical equipment (with medical referral) to people in need, on a donation basis. Acting as the
frontline contact for in-person and telephone inquiries from the public, Client Service volunteers dispense and receive
equipment that is being loaned or returned and complete the necessary documentation for same. Interested parties
may submit their applications and resumes quoting, HELP – Chilliwack – Client Services no later than January 31, 2015.
By emailing The Canadian Red Cross Society BCYvolunteering@redcross.ca
Fundraising
Immigrant Employment Program
Recruiting volunteers to MENTOR our clients through
the job search process. Also looking for assistants to
help in workshops with Computer and Resume writing
skills. Contact Amandeep 604.393.3251 to volunteer.
Driver Education Volunteer Instructor
Volunteer needed to assist with our Drivers Education
course in January/February 2015. A total of
approximately 15 – 20 hours. Curriculum is based on
the “Learn to Drive Smart” and is working with
immigrant newcomers. Very fulfilling course to assist
with and CCS staff will facilitate in class with volunteer.
If interested – please contact Lynn Gibson 604.393.3251
gibsonl@comserv.bc.ca
Do you enjoy planning and organizing special events?
Here is a great opportunity for you! We are looking for a
group of energetic and positive volunteers to join the
CCS Gala Committee to help plan and organize this
Signature FUNdraising event. Members of the
committee will be involved with Décor, Registration,
Auction, Marketing and Ticket sales. The Gala
Committee will meet every other week for an hour, at a
time that is most convenient for the members. Are you
interested? please contact Karin at
massark@comserv.bc.ca or 604.792.4267
Immigrant Services program
Evening Volunteers are needed to assist teaching staff
in helping newcomer immigrants learn English. This
volunteer position is for the evening English classes at
our Immigrant Services office, (9214 Mary St.) which
run on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30pm
to 9:30 pm. For those that might be interested in
helping on any of those evenings, please contact Lynn at
gibsonl@comserv.bc.ca or phone the office at
604.393.3251
As per new legislation from the CRA if you wish to have your name removed from or added to this distribution list
please notify Cari at 604.793.7203 or email moorec@comserv.bc.ca
Community Volunteering Continued
Ann Davis Transition Society
Chilliwack Chiefs
Ann Davis Transition Society is currently
looking for volunteers to help in their new
thrift store on Yale Road. Store is open
Wednesday to Saturday10am-4pm. Please
contact Samantha 604.792.2760 to gain valuable retail
and warehouse experience. We are also recruiting
volunteers interested in helping at the office with childminding and reception.
The Chilliwack Chiefs have numerous
volunteer opportunities for this season’s
games. If you are interested in
volunteering please contact Andrea Laycock
604.392.4433 or email andrea@chilliwackchiefs.net
Community Access to
Literacy & Learning
Recruiting volunteer tutors who are
wishing to work with adults. To volunteer
or for more information please contact Debbie
Lamberger 604.796.2585
Salvation Army-Chilliwack
Looking for a "Swamper"- an able bodied
person to accompany our truck driver to help
with furniture pick-ups from community
donors - on Tuesday's and Thursday's. Please
go to www.salvationarmychilliwack.ca for a volunteer
application form or phone 604.792.0001 to apply or for
more information. We are also looking for more
volunteers for Thrift Store Warehouse, Thrift Store
proper, Soup Kitchen, and the Food Bank locations.
White Cane club of Chilliwack
Looking for volunteers to help pick up supplies, set up,
kitchen support and cleanup. (Food safe beneficial but
not a necessity) Group meets the 1st and 3rd
Wednesdays of the month from 12:30 – 3:30pm. Please
call Ann McNabb 604.795.7230 for more information.
CNIB
VisionMates needed in Chilliwack to
provide sighted assistance for
individuals with vision loss. Help
someone once a week for a few
hours with activities such as reading, going for walks,
and running errands. This is a minimum 6 month
commitment, with training provided. Minimum age is
19 years to be a VisionMate. If interested, contact
Jaishree Narsih, Coordinator, Volunteer Services with
CNIB, 604.431.2121 ext 6032 or
Jaishree.narsih@cnib.ca.
Salvation Army Centre of Hope
Abbotsford
The Salvation Army in Abbotsford has
several volunteer opportunities. Please
check out our website at www.careandshare.ca. We
urgently need volunteers who can assist our Outreach
Workers for our Pet Day on Tuesdays from 8 a.m. until
noon. Please contact Sylvia 604.852.9305, ext. 129 for
more details.
Community Policing
The Crime Prevention Office is
looking for Citizens on Patrol volunteers. We specifically
looking for a seasonal volunteer coordinator for the
Chilliwack River Citizens on Patrol, starting on the May
long weekend and goes until the last weekend of
August. . We are also looking for a part time volunteer
Speed Watch Program coordinator. If interested in
either of these positions please contact Michelle Wulff,
Office Manager Chilliwack RCMP-Crime Prevention and
Operational Support Unit 604.393.3001.
Upper Fraser Valley Crime Stoppers
Upper Fraser Valley Crime
Stoppers is looking for
volunteers. It is made up of a
volunteer Board of concerned citizens, media, and area
law enforcement agencies. As a result it has become an
effective crime control program. Volunteers are needed
to help the Board to increase the public’s general
awareness of the Crime Stoppers Program. There is an
annual membership drive and fundraising events are
organized to support the activities and initiatives of the
Upper Fraser Valley Program. If you are interested in
becoming a Crime Stoppers volunteer, please contact
Barb at 604.393.3027 or 604.845.8770.
Correctional Service of Canada
Assisting successful offender reintegrate
into the community is critical to their
success and our safety. We are looking for
confident, well-rounded, community minded individuals
who are self-aware, critical thinkers and have time
and/or skills they would like to share with those who
need a fresh start. The type of support you can offer is
varied and definitely not limited to community
orientation, income tax preparation, finding
accommodations, introductions to pro-social activities,
transportation to programs/appointments/interviews,
one-to-one mentoring, etc. As well, offenders give back
to the community through their own volunteer efforts
and you can help make that happen. Ongoing training
is provided. Interested in learning more? Contact Cindy
Waters at cindy.waters@csc-scc.gc.ca or
1.800.790.4531.
The Chilliwack Hospice
Society
We welcome those interested in
sharing time and providing supports to individuals and
families during the dying and grieving process.
Volunteers for hospital and community supports are
especially needed. In addition, we welcome anyone
interested in volunteering at our Thrifty Boutique and
at various events throughout the year. The training is
not required to volunteer at the Thrifty Boutique or at
events. For more information about our palliative
services and volunteer opportunities, please contact
Jennifer Dacre at 604.795.4660, ext. 222
The MS Society of
Canada, Fraser Valley
Chapter
Actively seeking nominations for
board members, particularly for people from Chilliwack,
Agassiz, Harrison and Hope. We are looking for skilled
volunteers, willing to commit 2-3 hours once per month
for meetings, participation in Chapter events, and
special projects as needed. If you have a connection to
MS and want to aid in guiding the Chapter or for more
information, please contact Joanne Craven at
heybooboo63@icloud.com.
For further volunteer opportunities check out our website at www.comserv.bc.ca then click on Volunteer Chilliwack (left hand
side) or go to http://volweb.ca/volweb/vc_homepage.php?CentreID=594
To arrange for a volunteer interview or to have a volunteer opportunity placed in this listing please call 604.793.7203 or email
moorec@comserv.bc.ca