Volunteer Opportunities in Vancouver

WISH Drop-In Centre has been supporting street-based sex workers since 1984. All staff, volunteers and participants at WISH are women (cis and trans), Two-Spirit, non-binary, or gender diverse, and 19+ years old. We would not be able to operate without the dedication and commitment of our incredible volunteers! Volunteers help to prepare and serve more than 60,000 meals and snacks to WISH participants each year.As a Kitchen Volunteer at WISH, your duties would include:Receiving and processing food donationsFood prep and portioningDishwashing and light janitorial dutiesPrepare and serve hot, nutritious meals It’s important to understand that WISH Drop-In Centre is a non-judgmental space, providing a variety of low-barrier programs to participants. This opportunity is a good fit for volunteers with a commitment to harm reduction, active listening, and holding space for those in need. An understanding of “rights over rescue” and trauma-informed care is also an asset.Learn more, and apply, on our website: Volunteer | WISH Drop-In Centre Society

Since 2006, BEST’s (Better Environmentally Sound Transportation) Bike Valet has been providing professional, secure, coat-check style bicycle parking in and around Metro Vancouver. The Bicycle Valet offers convenient and secure bicycle parking for FREE to cyclists and self-propelled vehicle users at Lower Mainland events throughout the year. Think of us as a coat check for bikes, but way more fun. Every bike we park is one more car off the road and one more person who discovers how great it feels to roll to a community event. The Bicycle Valet volunteer attendant position involves a number of different responsibilities in setting up and dismantling bicycle parking facilities. As a key team member, you'll welcome cyclists, securely park bicycles, and happily provide information about the Bicycle Valet service.

Ready to volunteer? Fill out our Online Volunteer Application Form here: https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/Have fun, de-stress, and feel like a kid again with our Group Mentoring program, Game On! Through fun activity-based play, volunteers provide youth with the knowledge to make informed decisions about a range of healthy lifestyle practices.Groups meet once weekly for 90 minute sessions during weekday afternoons at schools/community centres and engage in life skills, communication, and social-emotional discussions to encourage healthy life- long habits. The program is led by 2-3 mentors to a group of Littles and runs once a season for 8 to 10 weeks.Our Group Mentors areMale, trans, and gender diverse individuals who are 18+.Reliable, consistent, dedicated, and respectful of others.Available to meet weekdays, once a week for 90-minute sessions between 2:30pm and 4:30pm.Our Game On! volunteers are asked to enroll in two 8 week terms as it's the best way to experience this fun program.Our Group Mentees areBoys, 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.Locations: Schools and Community Centres in Vancouver and Surrey.BenefitsOpportunities for free tickets or admission vouchers to Big Brothers matches.Make a positive impact on the community.Gain a sense of personal fulfillment by contributing to a child’s self-esteem.Stress relief and develop a more positive attitude.Greater productivity at work or school.Make a new friend!Questions? Email our team at volunteer@bbgvf.com or inquire here: https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer/inquire/Join our next 30-min Online Big Brothers Info Session to learn more here!

Ready to volunteer? Fill out our Online Volunteer Application Form here: https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/Have fun, de-stress, and feel like a kid again while making a positive and local impact for youth! Our In-School Mentoring Program pairs you with one elementary school student who you share common interests with.Matches spend one-hour once per week together on school grounds doing non-academic activities such as playing sports, games, creating art or just hanging out at the playground. Our matches are paired for the duration, or remainder, of the academic school-year.We are now accepting In-School Mentors for the 2025-26 school year starting in the Fall!Our Big Buddies areAdults aged 18+, inclusive of male, female, trans, and gender diverse individuals.Mentors who Little Buddies can talk to, learn from, and share experiences with.Available 1 hour per week during school hours (weekdays between 10am and 3pm).Our Little Buddies areStudents grade 1 to 7 nominated by teachers, staff or by themselves.Children who could use a bit of extra 1-on-1 attention, need to build confidence, or may have trouble connecting with peers.BenefitsOpportunities for free tickets or admission vouchers to Big Brothers matches.Make a positive impact on the community.Gain a sense of personal fulfillment by contributing to a child’s self-esteem.Stress relief and develop a more positive attitude.Greater productivity at work or school.Make a new friend!Questions? Email our team at volunteer@bbgvf.com or inquire here: https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer/inquire/Join our next 30-min Online Big Brothers Info Session to learn more here!