The Nanaimo Arts Council needs your help to ensure that a vibrant arts community that serves people of all ages and means will thrive in Nanaimo.  There should be central […]

A volunteer is required to help individuals achieve their personal best in their swimming level.  This position is Tuesday from 6 – 7 PM and/or Thursday from 5 – 7 […]

Nanaimo Special Olympics is looking for an Assistant Coach for curling every Thursday from 3:30 to 5:00 PM.  A willingness to work with people with special needs is required, as […]

Nanaimo Hospice Thrift Shop is looking for a customer focussed cashier/salesperson.  Someone with one or all of the following skills would be great: Cash experience, sales experience or merchandising; however, […]

Nanaimo Hospice Thrift Shop is looking for a sorting/pricing specialist.  A volunteer for this position would be evaluating donations, cleaning and testing merchandise.  An RCMP Criminal Record Check is required […]

The Nanaimo Hospital Gift Shop requires staff to volunteer one morning or afternoon a week. Volunteers work in teams of two.  The Gift Shop serves patients, families, visitors and employees […]

If you are between 15-29 years old you are invited to join the new Nanaimo Youth 20/20 Can Project. Under the umbrella of Volunteer Nanaimo this project creates opportunities for […]

The Men’s Resource Centre needs volunteers to provide front desk support which includes answering phone requests, making appointments and greeting clients. Fluency in English and good listening skills are the […]

Meals on Wheels requires drivers to deliver meals. We desperately require extra drivers over the holidays. Each driver receives an orientation from our volunteer coordinator.  Drivers deliver meals once a […]

We are seeking new volunteer team members eager for a challenging and rewarding experience Bring your passion and skills to our Dementia Care home to help elders live full and […]

The Nanaimo and District SPCA Animal Shelter is looking for volunteers to be on the Community Council. The Council meets one a month for approximately 2 hours.  Volunteers must be […]

Global Village Nanaimo is seeking a Board Member/Secretary. This person would be elected to the Board of the Directors, with the intention to assume the role of secretary for monthly […]

We are a non-profit society that manages 2 apartment buildings providing subsidized rentals to 55+ and handicapped persons. We are in need of new board members and officers. Some business […]

Nanaimo Foodshare is seeking a board member to join our team.  We would like to hear from you if you have a background or interest in small scale food production, […]

Nanaimo Friends of Schizophrenia (F.O.S.) is a non-profit housing society whose mandate is to provide safe, affordable housing to those with a severe mental illness.  They require board members who […]

TheatreOne is Nanaimo’s only professional theatre company, offering plays for diverse audiences. TheatreOne is looking to renew our Board by recruiting new directors and/or Board members of Board committees. In […]

Crimson Coast Dance Society would like to expand its volunteer base and enhance their existing committee structure in the following areas:  Fundraising, Front of House, Marketing, Special Events, Outreach and […]

MARMOT RECOVERY FOUNDATION Director The Marmot Recovery Foundation is looking for a Director.  This volunteer would have a demonstrated interest in the organization’s goal purpose and goals and a willingness […]

Working collaboratively as part of an experienced team of trained responders and supervisors you will: conduct emergency preparedness activities; assess the needs of those affected by an emergency; provide services […]

The Nanaimo Arts Council needs your help to ensure that a vibrant arts community that serves people of all ages and means will thrive in Nanaimo.  There should be central […]

A volunteer is required to help individuals achieve their personal best in their swimming level.  This position is Tuesday from 6 – 7 PM and/or Thursday from 5 – 7 […]

Nanaimo Special Olympics is looking for an Assistant Coach for curling every Thursday from 3:30 to 5:00 PM.  A willingness to work with people with special needs is required, as […]

The Canadian Red Cross Society is seeking a Personal Disaster Assistance (PDA) Responder for Disaster Management (DM). Reporting to the PDA Supervisor, the PDA Responder will be responsible to fill […]

A valid provincial driver’s licence and First Aid Certification (training provided) is required. This position also requires a successful Canadian criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening. Candidates must be […]

Nanaimo Hospice Thrift Shop is looking for a customer focussed cashier/salesperson.  Someone with one or all of the following skills would be great: Cash experience, sales experience or merchandising; however, […]

Nanaimo Hospice Thrift Shop is looking for a sorting/pricing specialist.  A volunteer for this position would be evaluating donations, cleaning and testing merchandise.  An RCMP Criminal Record Check is required […]

A valid provincial driver’s licence and First Aid Certification (training provided) is required. This position also requires a successful Canadian criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening. Candidates must be […]

October 3 – December 12 Every other Thursday The Nanaimo Child Development Centre is looking for a group of skilled volunteers to assist in the running of a physiotherapy workshop. […]

The Nanaimo Hospital Gift Shop requires staff to volunteer one morning or afternoon a week. Volunteers work in teams of two.  The Gift Shop serves patients, families, visitors and employees […]

This is an ongoing volunteer position to assist with pick-ups and deliveries for Habitat for Humanity. There is a time commitment of 40 hours per year and lifting is required. […]

Habitat for Humanity is looking for a driver delivery/pickup truck in town or long distance.  This volunteer position requires a driver’s licence to operate up to a 5-ton truck.  For […]

he Nanaimo Re-Store is always looking for new volunteers.  We have opportunities to volunteer in a variety of roles, including cashier, shop floor, warehouse and deliveries.  We are always keen […]

The Clipper Junior A Hockey Club is looking for volunteers for the 2019-2020 season (20+ games remaining) to fill the following positions: main door, pass gate, usher, event staff, off-ice […]

Come out and volunteer for the 7-10 Club. This organization provides a valuable service for the Nanaimo community; it’s a lot of fun besides! The hours are 7 a.m. to […]

If you have a newer used laptop and or computer and would like to donate it to our computer community service program Watchdog, please call us at 250-758-7121.  We refurbish computers […]

Nanaimo African Heritage Society is looking for volunteers for various events throughout the year, such as Picnic in the park in the summer, a children’s masquerade party in September/October, and […]

The Haven Society is recruiting Community Service Building (CSB) Hosts to help provide a welcoming, comfortable and safe environment for people arriving at the Community Services Building.  CSB Hosts also […]

The Salvation Army New Hope Centre is looking for a volunteer to provide men’s haircuts for low-income community members.  This person must have their own barber’s tools and have experience […]

The MS Society is recruiting volunteers for the Friendly Visiting Program.  The purpose of the program is to improve the quality of life of isolated persons with MS living in […]

Literacy Central Vancouver Island requires a volunteer tutor to teach basic literacy skills – numeracy, reading and writing for adults (18+).  Gas cards are available for travel reimbursement.  Teaching experience […]

The MS Ambassador Program aims to help the MS Society of Canada, BC and Yukon Division reach out and be more visible.  MS Ambassadors are chosen based on their ability […]

VIU is looking for volunteer tutors to work with adult students who are upgrading literacy and high school academics.  Areas of focus include English, Math, Chemistry, Biology and Physics.  Tutors […]

The Canadian Red Cross Society is seeking a Health Equipment Loan (HELP) Delivery Driver volunteer.  This position assists the program technician in the delivery and pick up of health equipment […]

The Canadian Red Cross Health Equipment Loan Program, a loan service providing medical equipment to people in need, is looking for a volunteer to provide frontline contact for in-person and […]

Nanaimo Disability Resource Centre requires volunteers to monitor, organize and replenish pamphlets, brochures and forms and to research and respond to inquires from the public by phone, email or in […]

The Men’s Resource Centre needs volunteers to provide front desk support which includes answering phone requests, making appointments and greeting clients. Fluency in English and good listening skills are the […]

If you are friendly and like to drink coffee, this volunteer job is for you! As a client support volunteer you will welcome participants into the Nanaimo Women’s Centre, assist […]

The Nanaimo Arts Council needs someone with non-profit provincial grant writing experience to assist our board in completing grant applications.  Someone with grant writing experience is required, who has computer […]

This position provides front line contact for in-person and telephone inquiries from the public.  The primary responsibility is to provide health equipment loans and accept returns of health equipment. For […]

This is an ongoing position with Meals on Wheels to deliver hot nutritious food throughout Nanaimo.  Clients are generally older adults or persons with disabilities who may be isolated or […]

Day Captains provide leadership and oversight to the delivery of Meals on Wheels.  You would meet once per week with drivers to assign routes, facilitate meal pick up and provide […]

Meals on Wheels requires drivers to deliver meals. We desperately require extra drivers over the holidays. Each driver receives an orientation from our volunteer coordinator.  Drivers deliver meals once a […]

Nanaimo is officially an Age-Friendly City.  Are you interested in removing barriers to a fulfilling life for seniors by improving accessibility, social connection and well-being for all Nanaimo and region […]

Nanaimo is officially an Age-Friendly City.  Are you interested in removing barriers to a fulfilling life for seniors by improving accessibility, social connection and well-being for all Nanaimo and region […]

We are seeking new volunteer team members eager for a challenging and rewarding experience Bring your passion and skills to our Dementia Care home to help elders live full and […]

The Kiwanis Club of Nanaimo Sunrisers is seeking new members to help build our organization.  Join us and help this friendly, fun, vibrant group work to improve the lives of […]

The Nanaimo Vision Impaired Lawn Bowling Club at Bowen Park is looking for volunteers to assist the vision impaired and others with disabilities to enjoy lawn bowling.  These volunteers would […]

The Alzheimer Society of BC is looking for help with a fitness and social program for people (and for their care partners) experiencing early stage memory loss.  Shifts are weekly […]

The Friends of Nanaimo Jazz Society is looking for a volunteer to act as a Coordinator of Events.  This volunteer would look after events such as live/silent auctions, a 50/50 […]

Volunteer Nanaimo is looking for anything silver, centerpieces, decorations etc. for our 25th anniversary celebration in April.   Please contact our office at 250-758-7121 or email: vn3148@gmail.com

If you are between 15-29 years old you are invited to join the new Nanaimo Youth 20/20 Can Project. Under the umbrella of Volunteer Nanaimo this project creates opportunities for […]

The Salvation Army is looking for 1 volunteer 3 days a week or 3 volunteers 1 day a week from November 15th to December 24th, 2019 to accompany their driver […]

This playgroup supports family and children interactions an facilitates activities like crafts, music, circle, free play and food preparation.  The playgroup will run on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 am […]

The Nanaimo Child Development Centre is looking for child minders to help with taking care of children while parents are attending peer-to-peer groups and education knowledge sessions.  There are many […]

Literacy Central is looking for volunteer tutors to provide general homework support for youth in grades 10 to 12. Experience in any of the following subjects is needed: math, chemistry, […]

Scouters are needed to assist with our Scout section for youth 11-14 years old.  This would mostly consist of attending weekly meetings and the occasional weekend (if available).  Volunteers require […]

Our group committee requires a new treasurer.  This position involves preparing bank deposits, making payments on behalf of the group and maintaining financial records, including the preparation of a basic […]

Scouters are needed to assist with our Beaver section for youth 5 – 7 years old.  This would consist mostly of attending weekly meetings, with the occasional weekend event (if […]

  A terrific opportunity to help organize activities for girls, focusing on service, personal identity, global thinking and changing the future.  This is an ongoing commitment for one day a […]

Youth Literacy Tutor Literacy Central Vancouver Island is launching a new youth program serving learners age 15 and over and needs Youth Literacy Tutors. They offer fun activities and workshops […]

The Kiwanis Club of Nanaimo Sunrisers is seeking new members to help build our organization.  Join us and help this friendly, fun, vibrant group work to improve the lives of […]

Kids Help Phone seeks Crisis Responders.  Crisis Responders are trained to support young people in crisis over SMS text using active listening and collaborative problem-solving skills.  As the service is […]

The Nanaimo John Howard Society is looking for volunteers to go to the Nanaimo Correctional Centre to help fathers make a recording reading a book to their child; must be […]