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 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 […]

The Canadian Red Cross is seeking volunteers with strong administrative skills and/or a passion for connecting with people to assist in community outreach and volunteer recruitment across British Columbia.  For […]

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 Emergency Response Team (ERT) is activated for responses that exceed Personal Disaster Assistance (PDA) capacity. The incumbent of this position will be assigned to deliver a specific service on […]

The 7-10 Club provides a valuable service for the Nanaimo community, and it’s a lot of fun besides!  Hours are from 7 AM to 10 AM, and we are always […]

Haven Society is recruiting volunteers for our Responder Program. A volunteer in the Responder Program will be responsible for supporting sexual assault and domestic assault survivors at the Nanaimo Regional […]

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 different […]

Duties include: serve/wait on customers, complete sales transactions, prepare beverage items, maintain, clean and sanitary work station and customer seating area. Criminal Record check required, Valid Food Safe level 1 […]

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 […]

This program requires a volunteer reporting to the Coordinator/Team Lead and would provide general office assistance. Strong English verbal and written communication skills, telephone etiquette and interpersonal skills are required. […]

ETRA Therapeutic Riding is looking for sidewalkers and horse handlers for the spring session of therapeutic riding.  Orientation will be at Pyramid Stables in upper Lantzville on Tuesday, April 2.  […]

Publicity and Promotions Lead A volunteer is required to coordinate graphic design for brochures, posters, bookmarks, billboards and signs.  This person would coordinate social media efforts, write and oversee press […]

Website Administrator A volunteer is required to update the Children’s Book Festival website with new information as required and to change the website to interim information at the end of […]

A volunteer is required to coordinate booking of venues, rentals, food vendors and entertainment.  This volunteer would create site schedules and other documentation for festival day (June 1), help to […]

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 […]

The Nanaimo Community Hospice Society is looking for a Client Services Volunteer.  The Hospice Training Course is designed to prepare volunteers to help those at end of life and during […]

The incumbent must have the commitment to the fundamental principles of the Red Cross Movement and model the core competencies of the CRCS: team excellence, service excellence, accountability and results focused. This […]

Hospice Thrift Shoppe is looking for a sorting/pricing specialist.  This person would be evaluating donations and cleaning and testing merchandise.  For more information, please call Cathy Dyck at 250-591-8811 or […]

Hospice Thrift Shoppe is looking for a customer-focussed cashier/salesperson with cashier experience, sales experience and merchandising abilities. For more information, please call Cathy Dyck at 250-591-8811 or stop into the […]

 The Vancouver Island Symphony is looking for volunteers to help with monthly mailings in our office. Volunteers for this position must be available during the hours of 9AM to 4PM […]

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 Disability Resource Centre requires a volunteer to greet walk-in clients, answer phones, take messages, provide information/referrals and process Parking Permit applications.  This position is for 4 hours/week; due to […]

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 […]

ETRA Therapeutic Riding is looking for sidewalkers and horse handlers for the spring session of therapeutic riding.  Orientation will be at Pyramid Stables in upper Lantzville on Tuesday, April 2.  […]

The Canadian Cancer Society is looking for volunteers in Nanaimo to join the 2019 CIBC Run For The Cure Committee. Join a team of volunteers to organize this year’s event […]

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 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 Emergency Response Team (ERT) is activated for responses that exceed Personal Disaster Assistance (PDA) capacity. The incumbent of this position will be assigned to deliver a specific service on […]

The 7-10 Club provides a valuable service for the Nanaimo community, and it’s a lot of fun besides!  Hours are from 7 AM to 10 AM, and we are always […]

Haven Society is recruiting volunteers for our Responder Program. A volunteer in the Responder Program will be responsible for supporting sexual assault and domestic assault survivors at the Nanaimo Regional […]

Duties include: serve/wait on customers, complete sales transactions, prepare beverage items, maintain, clean and sanitary work station and customer seating area. Criminal Record check required, Valid Food Safe level 1 […]

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 […]

The Nanaimo Community Hospice Society is looking for a Client Services Volunteer.  The Hospice Training Course is designed to prepare volunteers to help those at end of life and during […]

The incumbent must have the commitment to the fundamental principles of the Red Cross Movement and model the core competencies of the CRCS: team excellence, service excellence, accountability and results focused. This […]

Hospice Thrift Shoppe is looking for a sorting/pricing specialist.  This person would be evaluating donations and cleaning and testing merchandise.  For more information, please call Cathy Dyck at 250-591-8811 or […]

Hospice Thrift Shoppe is looking for a customer-focussed cashier/salesperson with cashier experience, sales experience and merchandising abilities. For more information, please call Cathy Dyck at 250-591-8811 or stop into the […]

 The Vancouver Island Symphony is looking for volunteers to help with monthly mailings in our office. Volunteers for this position must be available during the hours of 9AM to 4PM […]

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 […]

Looking for volunteers who are willing to be called out to support those that have been displaced from their homes due to an event such as a fire, flood or […]

A volunteer is required to work with a speech/language therapist to support stroke survivors in language recovery.  This volunteer must like working with people, be interested in learning about language […]

Sorter/Pricer Volunteers urgently required to assist with pricing and sorting during shifts 9 – 1 p.m. or 1 – 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday.  Attention to detail, ideally with talent […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Cooks are needed to make soup 2 days a week.  This organization feeds about 150 people each night.  They need volunteers who would enjoy making thick and hearty soups.  They […]

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 […]

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 Canadian Red Cross is seeking volunteers with strong administrative skills and/or a passion for connecting with people to assist in community outreach and volunteer recruitment across British Columbia.  For […]

This program requires a volunteer reporting to the Coordinator/Team Lead and would provide general office assistance. Strong English verbal and written communication skills, telephone etiquette and interpersonal skills are required. […]

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 Disability Resource Centre requires a volunteer to greet walk-in clients, answer phones, take messages, provide information/referrals and process Parking Permit applications.  This position is for 4 hours/week; due to […]

The Nanaimo Disability Resource Centre requires a Computer Tutor to provide one-on-one support for students in computer classes.  This volunteer is required to have a comfort level with computers/technology (phones, […]

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 […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

As a representative of Diabetes Canada, the Volunteer Community Presenter’s role is to deliver the pre-prepared awareness presentation, Let’s Talk Diabetes: What You Need to Know to community groups and […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Publicity and Promotions Lead A volunteer is required to coordinate graphic design for brochures, posters, bookmarks, billboards and signs.  This person would coordinate social media efforts, write and oversee press […]

Website Administrator A volunteer is required to update the Children’s Book Festival website with new information as required and to change the website to interim information at the end of […]

A volunteer is required to coordinate booking of venues, rentals, food vendors and entertainment.  This volunteer would create site schedules and other documentation for festival day (June 1), help to […]

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 […]

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 different […]

The Canadian Cancer Society is looking for volunteers for support Camp Goodtimes. Camp Goodtimes is an overnight camp for children and youth with cancer and their families. Volunteers play many […]

The goal of the  Kids4Kids program is to help children engage in healthy pro-social activities, to share nutritious meals, and to receive assistance with homework after school.  This program requires […]

The Heart and Stroke Foundation requires volunteers to liaise with the Hearth & Stroke School Coordinator for the Jump Rope for Heart program.  Volunteers would be visiting schools to discuss […]

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 […]