Volunteer Opportunities in Vancouver

Want to support a child during the school day and feel like a kid again? Fill out an application form here to become an In-School Mentor: https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/Our In-School Mentoring Program pairs you with an elementary school student who you share common interests with. You will spend one hour once per week together doing non-academic activities such as playing sports, games, creating art or simply just hanging out at the playground and are paired for the duration, or remainder, of the academic school year.As an In-School Mentor, you areAdults aged 18+, inclusive of male, female, trans, and gender-diverse individuals.Reliable, consistent, dedicated, and respectful of others.Available one hour per week during school hours, weekdays between 10:00am and 3:00pm.In-School Mentees areStudents in grades 1 to 7, who are nominated by teachers, staff or themselves.Children who could benefit from having an additional caring adult role model in their life.TrainingYou will be supported throughout your match by one of our experienced case workers, also known as a Mentoring Coordinator.No prior experience working with children is necessary. Free training is provided!“Sometimes you don’t need to do much. Just being there for them and showing up is already making a big impact,” - Yvette, In-School MentorLocationsGreater Vancouver (Burnaby, Coquitlam, Delta, New Westminster, North Vancouver, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Richmond, Surrey, Vancouver, West Vancouver, White Rock)BenefitsOpportunities for free tickets or admission vouchers to various events and activities.Make a positive impact in your community.Gain a sense of personal fulfillment by contributing to a child’s self-esteem.Relieve stress and develop a more positive attitude.Increase your productivity at work or school.Make a new friend!Join our next 30-min Online Big Brothers Info Session to learn more here: https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-info-session/

Are you into sports and interested in helping youth develop healthy habits? Fill out an application form here to become a Game On! Mentor: https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/As a volunteer in our Group Mentoring program, Game On!, you will provide youth with the knowledge to make informed decisions about a range of healthy lifestyle practices while focusing on fun activity-based play. Groups meet once weekly for 90-minute sessions during weekday afternoons at a school or community centre for 8 to 10 weeks. Groups engage in life skills, communication, and social-emotional discussions that encourage healthy lifelong habits.As a Game On! Group Mentor, you areMale, trans, and gender-diverse individuals who are 18+.Reliable, consistent, dedicated, and respectful of others.Able to meet once weekly for 90-minute sessions from Monday to Friday between 2:30pm and 4:30pm.As a Game On! volunteer, you are asked to enroll in a minimum of two 8-week terms as it's the best way to experience this fun program.You will be matched withBoys, trans, and gender-diverse children and youth in grades 4 to 7.Youth who could benefit from building self-confidence and learning healthy lifestyle choices.TrainingYou will be supported throughout your match by one of our experienced case workers, also known as a Mentoring Coordinator.No prior experience working with children is necessary. Free training is provided!“My Mondays are now something to look forward to because of Big Brothers! Adding to the community makes my life better.” - Andy, Game On! MentorLocationsCurrently running programs at schools and community centres in Surrey and Vancouver.BenefitsHelp youth build confidence, connection, and healthy habits.Opportunities for free tickets or admission vouchers to various events and activities.Make a positive impact in your community.Gain a sense of personal fulfillment by contributing to a child’s self-esteem.Relieve stress and develop a more positive attitude.Increase your productivity at work or school.Make a new friend!Join our next 30-min Online Big Brothers Info Session to learn more here: https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-info-session/

Join the BEST Board of Directors! We're looking for passionate volunteers to join our Board of Directors!About BEST MobilityBEST Mobility, founded in 1991 as Better Environmentally Sound Transportation, is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing healthy and sustainable transportation across British Columbia. Our work is grounded in collaboration, education and advocacy.Through partnerships with communities, institutions, and local organizations, we deliver practical programs that remove barriers and support people of all ages and abilities to access sustainable transportation choices. We also work alongside our partners to make meaningful progress on sustainable transportation across BC. View our 2026-2030 Strategic Plan to learn more about where we’re headed.About the RoleWe're looking for individuals across BC with leadership experience who are passionate about sustainability, public policy, and/or mobility justice, as well as people who bring skills and experience in:Fundraising, donor relations & fund developmentMarketing, communications, PR & mediaNon-profit organizationsBusiness, industry & community connectionsWe're also looking for diverse perspectives and lived experiences that can help strengthen our organization and advance our mission.We especially encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of the LGBTQ2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, and people from other equity-deserving groups.Time CommitmentBoard members are expected to attend at least 75% of meetings (held 9-12 times per year). Each Director is also asked to participate meaningfully in at least one Board committee, contribute actively to strategic planning and budgetary planning processes, and serve as a community ambassador for BEST Mobility, promoting the Society's mission, values, and programs in all relevant professional and public settings.Directors should expect to commit a minimum of three to five hours per month to Board duties, including meeting attendance, pre-meeting preparation, committee participation, and community representation. The actual time commitment may exceed this minimum during periods of intensive governance activity.The standard term of office for a Director is three years, as specified in the Society's Bylaws.How to ApplyPlease submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest and relevant skills as one pdf document to boardrecruitment@best.bc.ca. The Board will begin reviewing applications on September 30th.Learn more about BEST Mobility: best.bc.ca

Mentor·e intergénérationnel·le en emploi 50-Et si votre expérience professionnelle pouvait devenir le tremplin de quelqu’un d’autre ?Vous avez 50 ans ou plus, une expérience professionnelle riche et l’envie de la partager?Carrefour 50+CB recherche des mentor·es bénévoles de 50 ans et plus pour accompagner des personnes francophones de moins de 50 ans dans leur recherche d’emploi et les aider à mieux naviguer dans le monde du travail actuel.Une belle occasion de transmettre votre savoir, créer des liens entre les générations et contribuer concrètement à la vitalité de la francophonie en Colombie-Britannique.Votre rôleEn tant que mentor·e, vous participerez à des rencontres virtuelles hebdomadaires, aux côtés d’un membre de l’équipe Carrefour 50+ et d’autres mentor·es expérimenté·es.Selon vos intérêts et votre expérience, vous pourrez :partager vos conseils et votre expérience professionnelle;aider une personne à clarifier son objectif professionnel et sa stratégie de recherche d’emploi;contribuer à améliorer son CV ou sa lettre de motivation;partager votre connaissance du monde du travail et des pratiques de recrutement;participer à des simulations d’entrevue;offrir une rétroaction constructive et bienveillante;partager, lorsque pertinent, des ressources ou des contacts professionnels.Vous n’avez pas besoin d’avoir toutes les réponses. Votre écoute, votre expérience et votre regard professionnel peuvent déjà faire une réelle différence.Deux façons de contribuer🤝 Mentorat de groupeAccompagnez deux personnes en recherche d’emploi, avec d’autres mentor·es expérimenté·es. Après une présentation de leur parcours et de leurs objectifs, vous leur apporterez des conseils personnalisés et des pistes d’action concrètes.🎤 Simulations d’entrevueAidez une personne à se préparer à une entrevue grâce à une simulation réaliste, suivie d’une rétroaction constructive sur ses forces et ses pistes d’amélioration.Votre engagementDe 2 à 3 heures par semaineEnviron 25 à 35 semaines par année, selon vos disponibilitésUn horaire flexible qui respecte vos vacances et vos voyagesParticipation en ligneOrdinateur ou tablette et connexion Internet fiable requisQui recherchons-nous?Nous recherchons des personnes francophones ou francophiles de 50 ans et plus, possédant une expérience professionnelle et ayant envie de la mettre au service des autres.Une expérience comme employeur, gestionnaire, professionnel·le, entrepreneur·e ou responsable du recrutement est particulièrement pertinente.Mais surtout, nous recherchons des personnes qui aiment écouter, transmettre et encourager.Pourquoi devenir mentor·e?Parce que l’expérience prend encore plus de valeur lorsqu’elle est partagée.En devenant mentor·e bénévole, vous pourrez :avoir un impact concret sur le parcours professionnel d’une personne;transmettre des connaissances acquises au fil de votre carrière;créer des liens enrichissants entre générations;contribuer à la communauté francophone de la Colombie-Britannique;rester actif·ve, engagé·e et connecté·e.Votre expérience ne s’arrête pas lorsque votre carrière évolue. Elle peut devenir le point de départ de la réussite de quelqu’un d’autre.Envie de transmettre votre expérience?Devenez mentor·e intergénérationnel·le avec Carrefour 50+ et transformez votre expérience en opportunité pour une nouvelle génération.📩 Agnès Piloz – Coordonnatrice des services à l’emploiemploi@carrefour50cb.ca778-747-0138, poste 6www.carrefour50cb.caAvec nous, l’expérience n’a pas d’âge.

French-Speaking Intergenerational Employment Mentor 50-Help someone move forward. Share what you know. Make your experience count.Do you speak French and have 50+ years of life and professional experience with a genuine desire to give back?Carrefour 50+ CB is looking for volunteer mentors aged 50 and over to support francophone job seekers under 50 as they navigate today’s changing labour market.This is an opportunity to turn your experience into practical support — while building meaningful connections across generations and contributing to the vitality of the francophone community in British Columbia.What will you do?As a volunteer mentor, you will participate in online weekly sessions alongside a member of the Carrefour 50+ employment team and other experienced mentors.Depending on your interests and experience, you may:Share practical advice based on your professional experienceHelp job seekers clarify their career goals and job-search strategiesReview and strengthen résumés and cover lettersShare insights about today’s workplace and recruitment practicesHelp participants prepare for job interviews through realistic simulationsProvide constructive, encouraging feedbackShare useful professional connections or resources when appropriateYou don't need to have all the answers. Your experience, perspective and ability to listen are what make the difference.Two ways to contribute🤝 Group Mentoring SessionsSupport two job seekers alongside other experienced mentors. Each participant presents their career goals and current job-search situation, followed by personalized advice and practical action ideas.🎤 Interview SimulationsHelp a job seeker practise for an upcoming interview through a realistic mock interview, followed by constructive feedback on their strengths and opportunities for improvement.Time commitment2 to 3 hours per weekApproximately 25–35 weeks per year, depending on your availabilityFlexible scheduling that respects your holidays and travel plansOnline participation via computer or tabletReliable internet connection requiredWho we're looking forWe welcome francophone or French-speaking volunteers aged 50+ who have professional experience and would enjoy sharing their knowledge with the next generation.Previous experience as an employer, manager, professional, entrepreneur or hiring decision-maker is particularly valuable, but above all, we're looking for people who are good listeners, generous with their experience and committed to helping others move forward.Why become a mentor?Because experience is more valuable when it is shared.By volunteering with Carrefour 50+, you can:Make a tangible difference in someone's employment journeyShare knowledge that can genuinely help another person succeedBuild meaningful intergenerational connectionsContribute to the francophone community in BCStay connected, engaged and useful while giving backPractise your French with other Francophone peopleYour career experience doesn't stop being valuable when you retire or change careers. It can become someone else's stepping stone.Ready to share your experience?Become an Intergenerational Mentor with Carrefour 50+ and help turn experience into opportunity.📩 Contact Agnès Piloz, Employment Services Coordinatoremploi@carrefour50cb.ca778-747-0138 ext. 6www.carrefour50cb.caJoin us and help make sure that experience has no age.