Christmas Dinner Meal Prep December 20 1 – 3 volunteers needed to prepare food for the annual Christmas dinner held for the community.  A team player with an upbeat personality […]

Volunteer required to answer the phone and greet community members as well as assist with the wig program and other administrative tasks. Please contact Corinna Adams at 1.800.663.7892 or by […]

The Director of Maintenance is responsible for the upkeep of the Vancouver Island Exhibition grounds, buildings and vehicles. This would also be for organizing the setup and takedown of the […]

Minds in Motion is a fitness and social program for people with early symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia to enjoy with a friend or family member. A 40 […]

Literacy Central Vancouver Island is looking for a volunteer who is knowledgeable about books, especially old and rare books. This volunteer must be computer literate, and would be researching books […]

A receptionist is required to answer phones, screen and direct calls, take and relay messages, and to greet people entering the organization. This position would be for 1-2 days per […]

A volunteer for this position would assist the Program Technician in the delivery and pick up of health equipment at clients’ homes and at equipment loan sites.  Completion of Grade […]

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. Customer […]

The Canadian Red Cross is seeking Technician volunteers.  This volunteer will assist with the processing, administration, cleaning, repair and maintenance of health equipment.  A volunteer with mechanical aptitude, with experience […]

The Kiwanis Sunrisers group is seeking new members to build our organization and to assist in continuing to serve our community.  This is a fun and vibrant group, dedicated to […]

AIDS Vancouver Island is hosting an AIDS Awareness Week Open House November 28 and would like a hair cutter.  This is a low-key event aimed at letting the community know […]

This annual festivity funds the Salvation Army. Volunteers are required to greet event attendees, for cookie decorating, a colouring contest, photos with Santa, and to help with voting for the […]

CENTRAL VANCOUVER ISLAND MULTICULTURAL SOCIETY Hippy Program – Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters The Hippy Program works with families in the home to support parents as their child’s […]

The Hippy Program works with families in the home to support parents as their child’s first and most important teacher. We require a volunteer to help us assemble Home Visitor […]

The Nanaimo Clippers is looking for volunteers to help with all Clippers Home Games.  Volunteers are needed for the following positions: ushers, Main door/Pass gate, Event Staff, Goal Judge, Statistics, […]

It is time to begin planning for the 2018 Great Nanaimo Toy Drive.  The Toy Drive is looking for volunteers to register families during November and the first week of […]

Delivery Drivers The Salvation Army is looking for volunteers to assist with their Christmas dinner delivery for seniors.  Volunteers who have a clean RCMP Criminal Record Check (provided at a […]

The Nanaimo Disability Resource Centre is looking for a Computer School Coordinator to provide one-on-one support for students in computer classes.  A volunteer with good knowledge of computers and technology, […]

Volunteer tutors needed to work one to one with adults wishing to upgrade their literacy and numeracy skills.  This is a partnership between Literacy Central Vancouver Island and VIU.  Teacher […]

The Royal Canadian Air Cadets is a Canadian national youth program for young individuals aged 12 to 18.  The program is administered by the Canadian Forces and funded through the […]

Volunteers for this position will lead a portion of the 90-minute Christmas school program.  This program includes taking children to the Miners’ Cottage, distributing a snack, leading storytime, and helping […]

Kettle Volunteers: volunteers needed to help with the Christmas Kettle Campaign by manning (standing at) a kettle. Shifts are 2 ½ hours in length. The Kettle campaign starts November 23rd […]

Emergency Disaster Services Liaison: Liaison between the Salvation Army Ministry Unit and Divisional Headquarters to help coordinate local Emergency Disaster Services mandate before, during and after a provincially declared disaster.  […]

Dishwashers: basic knowledge of commercial dishwasher. A commitment of four hours per week is required. Cooks: Volunteers to help prepare and cook meals for clients. Kitchen Helper: Willing to help […]

Clothing Helpers to sort, tag and hang clothing and linens at the warehouse on Mostar Road. A commitment of four hours per week is required. Driver’s Helper: Strong person to […]

Ongoing – A volunteer is required to chair a meeting of volunteers to plan fundraising events for one meeting per month.  No experience is required for this volunteer position; some […]

Nanaimo SPCA requires an event Planner/Fundraising Chair, as well as additional members for the Fundraising Committee, to help with planning and hosting events, advertising and other fun activities to support […]

A current or retired librarian is needed for the SPCA Archives Committee.  This is a start-up, and someone with expert abilities is needed for this position.  For more information, please […]

A volunteer is required to help organize and record archives for the Nanaimo SPCA.  A well-organized person or someone with library experience is required.  For more information please call Linda […]

Currently seeking volunteer board members to join as directors or committee members.  Leadership skills and experience in one or more of the following areas preferred:  Human Resources, Not-or-Profit, Business, Education.  […]

The Kiwanis Sunrisers group is seeking new members to build our organization and to assist in continuing to serve our community.  This is a fun and vibrant group, dedicated to […]

TheatreOne is Nanaimo’s only fully professional theatre company, offering plays for diverse audiences. We produce and/or present a series of Mainstage plays annually; we engage young children in theatre through […]

The Canadian Mental Health Association Mid Island Branch is currently seeking board members to join as Directors and Committee Members. They are inviting expressions of interest for Board Members in […]

The Wiltshire Education Society is seeking new committee members to help build our organization and to assist in our goal of reuniting an Afghan refugee family here in Nanaimo.  We […]

If you have time to meet every third Monday of each month (about 50 hrs annually) and have experience/knowledge in administration, finance, public relations, program development, and have excellent communication […]

Nanaimo Foodshare is seeking of 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 […]

We are a not-profit society that manages 2 apartment buildings providing subsidized rents to over 55-s and handicapped persons.  We are pursuing funding for an additional building with 40 + […]

Seniors +55 volunteers with advice and feedback to share are required to attend monthly meetings in Nanaimo.   This project is about decreasing seniors’ social isolation.  Training and supervision is provided.  […]

The Kiwanis Sunrisers group is seeking new members to build our organization and to assist in continuing to serve our community.  This is a fun and vibrant group, dedicated to […]

The NCM is looking for Board Members.  A volunteer with enthusiasm is required.  Legal or accounting experience, as well as event planning experience would all be assets.  For more information, […]

Looking to fill this position as soon as possible. Volunteer board member required to attend monthly board meetings, important related meetings, and participate in committee meetings as required. Volunteer must […]

 Requires a person to serve on a society board of directors that has the responsibility to oversee the operations of the Nanaimo Women’s Centre, promote the centre and fundraise.  This […]

V.I. Integrated Counselling Society is looking for an Executive Director. The ideal candidate for this volunteer position will be able to volunteer 10 – 20 hours/week to manage the agency […]

Canadian Mental Health Association is currently seeking board members to joins as directors and committee members. CMHA is a volunteer driven organization that depends on individuals like you to help […]

The Director of Maintenance is responsible for the upkeep of the Vancouver Island Exhibition grounds, buildings and vehicles. This would also be for organizing the setup and takedown of the […]

Literacy Central Vancouver Island is looking for a volunteer who is knowledgeable about books, especially old and rare books. This volunteer must be computer literate, and would be researching books […]

A volunteer for this position would assist the Program Technician in the delivery and pick up of health equipment at clients’ homes and at equipment loan sites.  Completion of Grade […]

The Canadian Red Cross is seeking Technician volunteers.  This volunteer will assist with the processing, administration, cleaning, repair and maintenance of health equipment.  A volunteer with mechanical aptitude, with experience […]

Caledonia Park Showers Monitor Volunteers needed to support Nanaimo Unitarian Shelter staff, who manage the showers for the homeless at Caledonia Park on behalf of the City of Nanaimo.  Three-hour […]

The Nanaimo Clippers is looking for volunteers to help with all Clippers Home Games.  Volunteers are needed for the following positions: ushers, Main door/Pass gate, Event Staff, Goal Judge, Statistics, […]

Volunteer tutors needed to work one to one with adults wishing to upgrade their literacy and numeracy skills.  This is a partnership between Literacy Central Vancouver Island and VIU.  Teacher […]

The Royal Canadian Air Cadets is a Canadian national youth program for young individuals aged 12 to 18.  The program is administered by the Canadian Forces and funded through the […]

Dishwashers: basic knowledge of commercial dishwasher. A commitment of four hours per week is required. Cooks: Volunteers to help prepare and cook meals for clients. Kitchen Helper: Willing to help […]

Clothing Helpers to sort, tag and hang clothing and linens at the warehouse on Mostar Road. A commitment of four hours per week is required. Driver’s Helper: Strong person to […]

A volunteer is required to help set up/clear up before and after special events held in the Literacy bookstore, and to direct the public to different areas.  A punctual person […]

St. John Ambulance is looking for community members to join its Brigade to help provide Medical First Aid Response at community events throughout Nanaimo and the Regional District.  This is […]

Ongoing – The Immigrant Welcome Centre connects newcomers with established Canadians. We are looking for families who want to make new friends. The Family Match program will assist recently arrived […]

Ongoing – A volunteer is needed twice a week on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm making soup for the Stone Soup. Duties include prep cook, and […]

Driver Ongoing – A volunteer is required to drive one resident to and from a Tuesday evening support group meeting. Our residents depend upon confidentiality and compassion. Volunteers need to […]

The Parent Support Services Society of BC is seeking volunteers who genuinely wish to support people who are in a parenting role.  We offer co-facilitated peer support/mutual aid style support […]

This September to June position would be ideal for an individual who might be interested in sitting on our local committee as our Program Coordinator.  This individual would be responsible […]

Volunteers needed who are interested in coming out for our weekly Athletic Club to assist athletes in learning various sports and fitness skills; assistants would take direction from the Athletic […]

We are looking for individuals who may have a background in the sport of curling (does not need to be extensive) that would be able to lead a practice once […]

In search of volunteers interested in helping to coach our gymnastics program.  This program is for female athletes only and well attended.  Practices are held once a week for 1 […]

Volunteers required from October 2018 through March 2019 who would be interested in coming out to our weekly bowling practice to assist athletes on the lanes (scorekeeping, organizing throwing order, […]

Five vans are available on the island offering transportation at no cost to cancer patients, to and from appointments.  Dispatchers are required to coordinate the loading of passengers on the […]

We are in search of hairdressers to volunteer once or twice a month on a weekday ( 2-4 hours per time) to provide haircuts to women in our community at […]

Appraise and assess and price vintage/antique/collectable donated items. Experience required and an education is a plus. Apply in store at 1925 Bowen Road

Regular volunteer position with the Nanaimo 205 Air Cadet instructing the band every Monday evening and 1 Thursday a month and special parade dates (2 every year). Band experience, music […]

Volunteer required to answer the phone and greet community members as well as assist with the wig program and other administrative tasks. Please contact Corinna Adams at 1.800.663.7892 or by […]

A receptionist is required to answer phones, screen and direct calls, take and relay messages, and to greet people entering the organization. This position would be for 1-2 days per […]

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. Customer […]

CENTRAL VANCOUVER ISLAND MULTICULTURAL SOCIETY Hippy Program – Home Instruction for Parents of Preschool Youngsters The Hippy Program works with families in the home to support parents as their child’s […]

The Hippy Program works with families in the home to support parents as their child’s first and most important teacher. We require a volunteer to help us assemble Home Visitor […]

The Nanaimo Disability Resource Centre is looking for a Computer School Coordinator to provide one-on-one support for students in computer classes.  A volunteer with good knowledge of computers and technology, […]

The Royal Canadian Air Cadets is a Canadian national youth program for young individuals aged 12 to 18.  The program is administered by the Canadian Forces and funded through the […]

Emergency Disaster Services Liaison: Liaison between the Salvation Army Ministry Unit and Divisional Headquarters to help coordinate local Emergency Disaster Services mandate before, during and after a provincially declared disaster.  […]

Office Volunteer Alzheimer Society of BC requires a volunteer for an ongoing administrative role in their Resource Centre, including reception, workshop registration and data tracking.  Experience with office organisation, Microsoft […]

Ongoing – A volunteer is required to chair a meeting of volunteers to plan fundraising events for one meeting per month.  No experience is required for this volunteer position; some […]

This is an ongoing position at the Men’s Resource centre on Fitzwilliam St.  The shifts are as follows: Tuesdays 10-12, 1-3 and Wednesdays 10-12.  This is an ongoing position which […]

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 […]

We need someone who speaks English, is comfortable on the phone, has a basic knowledge of computers, can multi task and likes to research resources. Our focus is someone interested […]

2 – 4 people for general management support in the office of TheatreOne at 60 Wharf Street Duties include filing, data entry, mail and managing correspondence.  Some math and computer […]

In preparation for the 2019 Daffodil campaign, the Canadian Cancer Society is looking for a couple of detail-oriented volunteers to help update the Nanaimo and Ladysmith canvasser route maps using […]

Looking for volunteer tutors to work with adult students who are upgrading academics at a grade 12 level.  Shifts will be at the University with days and hours varying depending […]

Nanaimo SPCA requires an event Planner/Fundraising Chair, as well as additional members for the Fundraising Committee, to help with planning and hosting events, advertising and other fun activities to support […]

The Nanaimo Women’s Resources Society is actively searching for volunteers to work in our Centre or to volunteer for various events we are planning to hold. Come join an enthusiastic […]

Looking for front desk volunteers once a week on Tuesday from 10:00AM – 3:00PM.  If you like to greet people and have an aptitude for being organized and are comfortable […]

Volunteer with office skills required to attend to visitors, deal with phone and in person inquiries, supply information about the organization to clients, community partners and general public.  Our office […]

Volunteers are needed to assist with front desk procedures, greeting and providing information to Gallery visitors as necessary, and minor administrative tasks as directed by the Visitor Services Coordinator.  Each […]

The Re-store is in need of a volunteer cashier. Four hour shifts available from Monday – Saturday from 10am – 2pm. Responsible to perform cash, credit and debit card transactions.  […]

We need volunteers with an empathetic, non-judgmental attitude, and basic computer skills.  Requires 65 hours of in-class instruction, and a commitment of 200 hours per year.  Shifts are 4 hours, […]

A volunteer is required to help organize and record archives for the Nanaimo SPCA.  A well-organized person or someone with library experience is required.  For more information please call Linda […]

The Heart and Stroke Foundation is looking for a volunteer to help with data entry, reception and general clerical duties.  This volunteer must be familiar with Excel, Word the internet […]

Minds in Motion is a fitness and social program for people with early symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia to enjoy with a friend or family member. A 40 […]

We are seeking new volunteer team members eager for a challenging and rewarding experience. All volunteers are provided with orientation, training (when required) staff support, program choices and flexibility in […]

Ongoing – Use your customer service skills to set up coffee, tea and cookies, invite and walk residents to the bistro, serve coffee and mingle with residents. Attend the gift […]

Delivery Drivers The Salvation Army is looking for volunteers to assist with their Christmas dinner delivery for seniors.  Volunteers who have a clean RCMP Criminal Record Check (provided at a […]

St. John Ambulance is looking for volunteers with dogs who are keen to visit seniors’ care homes and schools and to attend special events.  Dogs must be over 2 years […]

Office Volunteer Alzheimer Society of BC requires a volunteer for an ongoing administrative role in their Resource Centre, including reception, workshop registration and data tracking.  Experience with office organisation, Microsoft […]

A Program Assistant is required for Seniors Programs, Day Care, and Day programs. This position requires teaching and facilitating.  A friendly energetic volunteer with excellent communication and interpersonal skills is […]

A Volunteer guide is needed for a Seniors Fitness Program for sight-impaired persons. This position requires assisting participants with positioning in chair exercise classes. A person for this position requires […]

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 […]

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 […]

The Right Neighbourly Walking Program is a program designed to help reduce seniors’ social isolation and to support healthy active aging.  The goal is to create walking programs in communities […]

Looking for people and/or groups interested in playing music for residents to encourage them to participate in a sing-a-long.  A once a month commitment is required.  We require musicians who […]

Seniors +55 volunteers with advice and feedback to share are required to attend monthly meetings in Nanaimo.   This project is about decreasing seniors’ social isolation.  Training and supervision is provided.  […]

Eden Gardens requires a driver to drive a 17-seat bus around the city once per week from 10 am to 12 noon.  A Class 4 driver’s license with a clean […]

Meals on Wheels urgently requires Volunteer Drivers one day a week for 1 – 1 ½ hours.  A valid driver’s license and an RCMP Criminal Record Check is required.  For […]

Bingo Assistant Pacifica’s Seniors Lodge is looking for volunteers to facilitate bingo sessions.  Shifts available are Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday and start at 2pm.  You will be responsible for setup […]

Gardening Assistants: to beautify the outdoor patio for residents by assisting with weeding and planting. Bowling Volunteers:  Support activity staff in setting up and facilitating the activity. You will assist […]

 KIWANIS VILLAGE NANAIMO – Reading Residents are seeking volunteers to read to them one-on-one. Experience conversing with people who have dementia is an asset.  Please call Alanna Larsen at 250-740-3689 […]

Enjoy conversations with and spend time with residents. In addition to socializing, visits may include walking, playing games, dog visits and assisting residents with personal interests. You should have good […]

Support needed for community-living seniors to take part in weekly social and recreational activities. Good communication skills, reliable, able to complete some light duty physical tasks (e.g. dishes). Someone needed […]

Assist our residents to participate in making crafts. Should have an interest in crafting and have good communication skills. Person should be available once monthly from 1:30 until 3 pm. […]

The Men’s Centre is looking for a few people willing to help out with creating a unique garden project.  We’re looking for a few people 55 or above to help […]

Christmas Dinner Meal Prep December 20 1 – 3 volunteers needed to prepare food for the annual Christmas dinner held for the community.  A team player with an upbeat personality […]

AIDS Vancouver Island is hosting an AIDS Awareness Week Open House November 28 and would like a hair cutter.  This is a low-key event aimed at letting the community know […]

This annual festivity funds the Salvation Army. Volunteers are required to greet event attendees, for cookie decorating, a colouring contest, photos with Santa, and to help with voting for the […]

It is time to begin planning for the 2018 Great Nanaimo Toy Drive.  The Toy Drive is looking for volunteers to register families during November and the first week of […]

Delivery Drivers The Salvation Army is looking for volunteers to assist with their Christmas dinner delivery for seniors.  Volunteers who have a clean RCMP Criminal Record Check (provided at a […]

Volunteers for this position will lead a portion of the 90-minute Christmas school program.  This program includes taking children to the Miners’ Cottage, distributing a snack, leading storytime, and helping […]

Kettle Volunteers: volunteers needed to help with the Christmas Kettle Campaign by manning (standing at) a kettle. Shifts are 2 ½ hours in length. The Kettle campaign starts November 23rd […]

Gallery hosts will be a presence in the exhibit to keep an eye on the exhibit pieces.  Various/assorted shifts available over the exhibit event from September 12 – November 24, […]

Volunteer required to assemble harm reduction packs (safer smoking and injecting) and safer sex packs (condom) on an ongoing basis.  This volunteer requires the ability to work independently on a […]

Volunteers for this position will lead a portion of the 90-minute Christmas school program.  This program includes taking children to the Miners’ Cottage, distributing a snack, leading storytime, and helping […]

Scout Leader:  Work with youth ages 11-14 to help them become well rounded, using the outdoors as their classroom. Interest in pursuing outdoor activities, leadership skills and organizational skills an […]

Literacy Central VI is looking for volunteers to become reading/math buddies for children in Nanaimo’s public schools.  If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Gabriele at 250-754-8988 or email:  […]