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City of Surrey - Adult and Senior Services
Application Process
Thank you for your interest. We are currently not accepting new volunteer applications.
For more information, please contact Volunteer Resources at
volunteer@surrey.ca or 604 598 5863.
Step #1 – Eligibility Requirements
To apply to be a volunteer in the Adult volunteer program, you must be:
- Eligible to volunteer in Canada (check your travel documents, if applicable)
Step #2 – Apply
- Fill in an application
- Attend an interview
- Submit 2 references
- Complete a Police Information Check
Step #3 – Volunteer
- When all the above steps have been completed, you will be contacted by phone or email by an Adult program administrator
This process can take up to 6 weeks so we thank you for your diligence and patience. Once you are eligible to volunteer, log-in to your profile at MyImpactPage.com to search and sign up for volunteer activities, confirm shifts and record your hours of service.
Contact us:
Volunteer Resources – 1st Floor West, City Hall
604-598-5863
Volunteer@surrey.ca
Volunteer Opportunities
City Hall Tour Guide
Share Surrey’s rich past and exciting future while guiding small groups through city hall. Volunteers will co-lead a pre-planned tour and there will be interactive components allowing each group time to explore on their own.
English Conversation Program
The English Conversation Program offers a positive and welcoming environment for people from diverse culture and background to practice English and meet others in the community. With the support from the Diversity and Inclusion staff team, volunteers will design program materials and facilitate learning and interactions.
Contact Information - Email: diversity@surrey.ca
Food Services Assistant
Food Services are an integral part of Seniors Services at recreation centres. Food Service Assistants play an important role in the operation which is highly valued by all users. Duties include food preparation, customer service and serving meals. Join us to provide nutritious food in a social and fun environment.
Seniors Services
Surrey is an age-friendly city where citizens enjoy lifelong activity and engagement. Volunteering with Seniors Services is a great way to stay active, connected and healthy. Share your expertise and enthusiasm while giving back to the community.
Surrey Walks Lead
Volunteers will help lead walks through the City of Surrey's local parks from May - September. This opportunity is part of the Surrey Walks Together campaign and it will give you an opportunity to step outside and enjoy the many different walking routes Surrey has to offer. Walking is a great way to get around and explore our city and it is also a great way to improve your health and help achieve your fitness goals. The city is planning to host bi-weekly, volunteer led walks on Saturdays from May to September, as a way for people to meet new people and connect while walking. Volunteers will share their love of walking and help guide participants along the designated walking routes in the parks listed below. Maps and fact sheets about the park will be provided to help you keep the participants engaged in what they are seeing.
City of Surrey - Arts - Surrey Art Gallery
About Surrey Art Gallery
Do you find art captivating? Why not try something new! Volunteering at Surrey Art Gallery is a great way to have fun, learn about art, and make friends in the process.
Docents (Tour Guides) - recruiting for Fall 2022
Join a dynamic community of volunteers dedicated to enriching art education for children! Surrey Art Gallery Docents lead engaging tours of contemporary art exhibitions from September to June. Participants take part in ongoing training with curators, artist-educators, and artists.
Gallery Event Volunteers - recruiting for Fall 2022
Interact with artists and engage Gallery visitors with contemporary art and ideas. Help out at vibrant events like exhibition openings and artist talks or facilitate art activities at Family Sundays and festivals where families explore, enjoy, and create art together.
Children's Art Program Assistants - recruiting for Fall 2022
Share your passion for art with eager young minds! Help out with children's art classes and week-long art day camps as a CAPA where you'll develop leadership skills, organize studios, work with children, and assist the instructor.
Youth Docents (Gallery Educators) - recruiting for Fall 2022
Discover contemporary art and ideas, develop public speaking skills, and gain leadership experience. Become a Youth Docent and enhance exhibitions through activities that are equal parts fun and educational.
Library Volunteers
Do you have training as a library technician or librarian? We could use your help and expertise with accessioning and cataloguing in the Gallery's research collection.
How to Apply:
- Complete an online profile for the Surrey Art Gallery at app.betterimpact.com
- Upload 2 written references to your online profile
- Once you've uploaded your references, arrange for an interview with our Volunteer Program Coordinator: artsvolunteer@surrey.ca
- After the interview, you may be asked to provide a Police Information Check. Should this be the case, we will provide you with the forms you will need to complete and have processed by the RCMP.
Thanks for your interest in volunteering at the Gallery!
Volunteering
Surrey Art Gallery Children's Art Program Assistants
Surrey Art Gallery Docent Program
Surrey Art Gallery Events
Surrey Art Gallery Research Library
Surrey Art Gallery Youth Docents
City of Surrey - City-Wide Special Events
Volunteer Opportunities
City Wide Special Events
Event volunteers assist our events team with the preparation and execution of programming at our major events throughout the year.
City Wide Special Events include: Party for the Planet, SPARK, Surrey Canada Day, Fusion Festival, Tree Lighting Festival
APPLICATION PROCESS
Step #1 – Eligibility Requirements
To apply to be an Events volunteer, you must be:
- 14 years or older
- Eligible to volunteer in Canada (check your travel documents, if applicable)
Step #2 – Apply
- Fill in an application
- Attend an interview
- Submit 2 references
- Complete a Police Information Check
Step #3 – Volunteer
- When all the above steps have been completed, you will be contacted by phone or email by a City Wide Special Events program administrator
This process can take up to 6 weeks so we thank you for your diligence and patience. Once you are eligible to volunteer, log-in to your profile at MyImpactPage.com to search and sign up for volunteer activities, confirm shifts and record your hours of service.
Contact us:
Volunteer Resources – 1st Floor West, City Hall
604-598-5863
volunteer@surrey.ca
Community Events
Event volunteers assist our community events team with the preparation and execution of programming at various community events throughout the year.
Community events include: Fleetwood Festival, South Surrey Festival, Family Day, Halloween, Breakfast with Santa and many more!
APPLICATION PROCESS
Step #1 – Eligibility Requirements
To apply to be an Events volunteer, you must be:
- 14 years or older
- Eligible to volunteer in Canada (check your travel documents, if applicable)
Step #2 – Apply
- Fill in an application
- Attend an interview
- Submit 2 references
- Complete a Police Information Check
Step #3 – Volunteer
- When all the above steps have been completed, you will be contacted by phone or email by a City Wide Special Events program administrator
This process can take up to 6 weeks so we thank you for your diligence and patience. Once you are eligible to volunteer, log-in to your profile at MyImpactPage.com to search and sign up for volunteer activities, confirm shifts and record your hours of service.
Contact us:
Volunteer Resources – 1st Floor West, City Hall
604-598-5863
volunteer@surrey.ca
City of Surrey - Day Camps and Youth Services
Application Process
Step #1 – Eligibility Requirements
To apply to be a volunteer in the Day Camp & Youth Service volunteer program, you must be:
- 14 years or older
- Eligible to volunteer in Canada (check your travel documents, if applicable)
Step #2 – Apply
- Fill in an application
- Attend an interview
- Submit 2 references
- Complete a Police Information Check
Step #3 – Volunteer
- When all the above steps have been completed, you will be contacted by phone or email by a Day Camp/Youth Services program administrator
This process can take up to 6 weeks so we thank you for your diligence and patience. Once you are eligible to volunteer, log-in to your profile at MyImpactPage.com to search and sign up for volunteer activities, confirm shifts and record your hours of service.
Contact us:
Volunteer Resources – 1st Floor West, City Hall
604-598-5863
Volunteer@surrey.ca
Volunteer Opportunities
Day Camp Assistant
Make a positive impact while connecting with children in our community. Take part in your choice of sport, art, dance, drama, science and themed camps! Dates, times and locations are flexible and you will get to work closely with City of Surrey staff to develop your skills, knowledge and experience!
Registered Programs
Over 100,000 children and youth currently live in Surrey, and the numbers continue to grow. These young people come from richly diverse families and their energy and exuberance contributes to making Surrey a vibrant and socially sustainable community. Children and youth are one big part of social planning in Surrey - this is why we're committed to making the City a great place for children and youth to live, learn and play.
Children explore their creativity, imagination, physical development and coordination in a variety of children's programs with the City of Surrey. Activities include: MYzone, JUMPzone and Pro-D Day Camp.
City of Surrey - Emergency Support Services (ESS)
Application Process
Step #1 – Eligibility Requirements
To apply to be an ESS volunteer, you must be:
- 18 years or older (16+ years old with parental consent)
- Eligible to volunteer in Canada (check your travel documents, if applicable)
Step #2 – Apply
- Fill in an application
- Attend an interview
- Submit 2 references
- Complete a Police Information Check
- Complete an EMBC ID Application Form and submit a recent head shot photo
Step #3 – Volunteer
- When all the above steps have been completed, you will be contacted by phone or email by an ESS program administrator
This process can take up to 6 weeks so we thank you for your diligence and patience. Once you are eligible to volunteer, log-in to your profile at MyImpactPage.com to search and sign up for volunteer activities, confirm shifts and record your hours of service.
Contact us:
Volunteer Resources – 1st Floor West, City Hall
604-598-5863
Volunteer@surrey.ca
Volunteer Opportunities
On-Call ESS Responder
Emergency Social Services volunteers work at Reception Centres and provide referral services such as shelter, food, clothing, comfort and support. You will receive an orientation, free ongoing training and have the opportunity to take part in practice drills. Under the provincial program, volunteers have Worksafe BC and personal liability coverage if they are registered as a provincial volunteer and are responding on behalf of ESS. This is an on-call position.
City of Surrey - Partners in Parks
Garden Work Parties
Join our head gardeners in the care and maintenance of Surrey's beautiful feature gardens. Everyone is welcome to participate - no experience is required. Tools and training provided.
Darts Hill Garden Park (all ages)
Created by Francisca Darts with the dedicated support of her husband Edwin, Darts Hill Garden Park is a showcase of 70 years of devotion, hard work and a pure love of horticulture.
The Glades Woodland Garden Park (ages 15+)
The Glades is a stunning woodland garden located in South Surrey. This unique garden contains over 1,600 mature rhododendrons, azaleas, and companion plants.
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Park Care Team (All ages)
Surrey is a big city, and it takes everyone working together to keep it clean and beautiful. You can volunteer at a Park Cleanup event or care for a park on your own schedule.
Park Cleanup events are held over Spring Break and throughout July and August.
Click on an activity below to get started!
City of Surrey - SPIRIT
Application Process
Thank you for your interest. We are currently not accepting new volunteer applications.
For more information, please contact us at SPIRIT@surrey.ca.
Step #1 – Eligibility Requirements
To apply as a SPIRIT volunteer, you must be:
- 15 years or older
- Eligible to volunteer in Canada (check your travel documents, if applicable)
Step #2 – Apply
- Fill in an application
- Attend an interview
- Submit 2 references
- Complete a Police Information Check
Step #3 – Volunteer
- When all the above steps have been completed, you will be contacted by phone or email by a SPIRIT program administrator
This process can take up to 6 weeks so we thank you for your diligence and patience. Once you are eligible to volunteer, log-in to your profile at MyImpactPage.com to search and sign up for volunteer activities, confirm shifts and record your hours of service.
Contact us:
Healthy Communities – 1st Floor West, City Hall
604-502-6325
SPIRIT@surrey.ca
Volunteer Opportunities
SPIRIT Volunteer - Supporting Individuals with Disabilities
Thank you for your interest in volunteering for the City of Surrey’s SPIRIT (Support Participation and Inclusion: Reach-out, Involve and Transform) Volunteer Program.
The SPIRIT Volunteer Program aims to:
- Increase involvement and access for individuals with disabilities in our community in recreation activities
- Offer valuable and rewarding volunteer experience
- Provide opportunities to cultivate personal development and education
- Advocate and foster opportunities for inclusion for all members of our diverse community
As a volunteer in this program, you will:
- Provide support in a group or one-to-one setting with participants with disabilities
- Promote inclusive and welcoming environments
- Learn how to adapt activities
- Work collaboratively with instructors and follow directions
- Support volunteers with disabilities to be successful in their volunteer roles
