COVID-19 Updates
To learn more about closures and our response to COVID-19, and for updates on District operations, visit westvancouver.ca/covid.
Volunteer Opportunities
Whether you like working with children, youth, adults or seniors, at cultural facilities, festivals and special events, or contributing as a member of a council-appointed group, there is a volunteer opportunity for you.
Volunteering gives you the opportunity to contribute to your community and help establish a personal and professional network. You can also make new friends, practise English and develop leadership skills that can be transferable to a career.
Please note: You do not need to be a West Vancouver resident to volunteer for most opportunities (although you do for some committees and working groups). Most volunteer positions have a minimum age requirement of 14 years. Some volunteer placements require a Police Information Check (PIC).
Detailed information is below.
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Support those with physical, cognitive or cultural barriers. Assist children, adults and seniors in aquatic programs, including lessons and aqua fitness.
Volunteers must be at least 14 years old, and attend a volunteer orientation program, which you can find and register for online.
Help children, adults and seniors in aquatic programs including lessons and aqua fitness. This is a great stepping stone into becoming a lifeguard.
Volunteers need to be at least 14 years old. Bronze Cross or equivalent required.
Check out the volunteer training programs in the Leisure Guide.
If you are a West Vancouver resident and would like to serve on a board, committee or working group, opportunities are available.
Camps take place in the summer, and during spring and winter break. Volunteers must be at least 14 years old, and a minimum of two years older than the campers they are working with.
All volunteers must complete the general orientation and a game training module is recommended. Check out training in the Leisure Guide.
The Ferry Building Gallery is closed for restoration until spring 2022. Read more.
West Vancouver Fire & Rescue is looking for volunteers! As a FireSmart community, you and your neighbours will gain knowledge and skills to help prevent wildfires. Volunteers are needed in each of the seven FireSmart neighbourhood zones.
For more information on volunteering, please contact:
Assistant Chief Garrith Michael
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Help children, youth and adults in various programs including arts and crafts, sports, drop-ins and/or fitness programs. This community centre by Horseshoe Bay also has a volunteer-built community garden.
Check out the volunteer training programs in the Leisure Guide.
This lively festival on the waterfront every summer features art, music, food, and wine. Apply to volunteer online at harmonyarts.ca.
Love being on the ice? Sign up to be a skating program assistant, or help at events in the arena. Must complete ice skating module, as well as general volunteer orientation.
Check out training in the Leisure Guide.
Visit the West Vancouver Memorial Library’s website for volunteer opportunities.
North Shore Emergency Management (NSEM) offers volunteer opportunities to support the citizens and communities of the North Shore in their times of greatest need.
Opportunities range from emergency planning and response support to public education and community outreach.
Want to make a difference in our environment? Help restore parks and remove invasive plants.
Stay healthy, stay young, make new friends, try something new, and connect with others.
For more information, please contact:
Sylvia Lung, Volunteer Services Coordinator
Snow Angels offer voluntary assistance to residents with mobility challenges by clearing snow from paths and sidewalks in front of their homes. Sign up to be a Snow Angel and you will be assigned to a resident in your area for the winter season.
Help children, youth, and adults in general recreational programs including arts and crafts, sports, drop-ins, and/or fitness.
Check out the volunteer training programs in the Leisure Guide.
A Police Information Check (PIC) is obtained from your local police department. It can take up to three weeks to obtain one. It is not required for all volunteer placements. There are categories of volunteer roles that determine if one is required. In some cases different procedures apply; please contact the Volunteer Coordinator before obtaining a Police Information Check.
Contact
Volunteer Services
For question about volunteering for Boards, Committees & Working Groups, contact:
Legislative Services
Volunteer Application
Community Involvement Application Form (Boards, Committees & Working Groups)
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Whether you have a special talent or are actively searching to discover one–the District of West Vancouver has volunteer opportunities designed with your unique skills in mind!
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