Meet Volunteer BC
Volunteer BC works to raise the profile of volunteering, encourage investment in volunteer engagement and link the network of volunteer centres.
Volunteer BC is the voice of volunteerism with the goal of promoting the value of volunteerism and building healthy BC Communities.
Upcoming Training
Volunteer Futures
Annual 2-day event for anyone interested in learning more about volunteerism and the voluntary sector. Find out what’s happening across BC and meet like-minded people and learn!
Training & Workshops
We take local training province-wide, offer a calendar of all sector training, and operate the Culturally Welcoming Volunteer Program.
Resources
Provide resources and tools to support volunteers and your impact. Our Connector Newsletter offers up to date volunteering and volunteer sector news.
National Volunteer Week
PHOTO CONTEST
National Volunteer Week is a time to recognize, celebrate and thank BC’s volunteers. Our annual photo contest showcases volunteers and helps tell the story of the importance of volunteers in BC.
Advocacy & Leadership
We work on behalf of all British Columbians to ensure volunteer-friendly public policy and funding. Help us be a stronger voice and become a Volunteer BC member.
Volunteer Centre Support
Volunteer Centres connect people to volunteer opportunities and organizations to volunteers. Connect with your local volunteer centre to find out more about what’s available in your community.
Latest News
Volunteer Canada’s Youth Opportunities Platform
Canada Service Corps encourages young Canadians to get involved in service in their communities and gain valuable skills and experience.
Looking for meaningful volunteer and service opportunities? Find a volunteer opportunity in your area.
Volunteer Centre Highlight: Kelowna Community Resources (KCR)
As a social agency passionately committed to empowering individuals through services and training, KCR believes that a community is made stronger through the work of others. KCR is a not for profit agency that provides tailored service to meet the needs of the community, family or the individual to foster diversity, collaboration and resourcefulness.
We recently had the opportunity to ask Dawn Wilkinson, KCR’s Community Services Manager some questions about how KCR contributes to the community.
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