Volunteer with the District of Saanich

Support our exhibition program at Cedar Hill Recreation Centre and Saanich Municipal Hall by assisting with the installation and takedown of artwork and displays alongside staff, artists, and community partners. This opportunity is ideal for someone with an arts education (completed or in progress) who’s looking to gain practical gallery experience. Shifts occur primarily on weekdays with occasional evening or weekend events. Volunteers can expect an average of 1-5 hours per month, with a requested minimum commitment of six months.

To learn more and apply, click the link below:

Help build a more connected and inclusive Saanich by sharing information about the Community Services Division's funding, supports, and programming at community events and other public spaces. This role will be busiest during the late spring and summer, on weekday evenings or weekends during the day. Enjoy community connection and making a difference! Ages 19+. 

Create a welcoming space for older adults to connect over coffee, conversation, goodies and games! Duties include preparing light refreshments, welcoming participants, sharing community resources, and facilitating activities and conversations. Shifts are once per week for 2-2.5 hours. Ages 19+.

To learn more and apply for the program at your nearest Recreation Centre, use the links below:

Whether you're preparing decorations for Autumn Lantern Fest, leading crafts at Family Arts Fest, or serving up ice cream at Strawberry Fest, you are bound to have a memorable volunteer experience at these vibrant community gatherings. Ages 15+.

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Enjoy gentle litter clean-up activities in some of our most well-loved leisure parks this spring and summer! Ages 15+. To learn more and join the mailing list, click the link below:

Park Ambassadors walk through PKOLS (Mount Douglas Park) on a regular basis. They welcome visitors, share interesting park info, and answer questions while helping others understand how they can protect and care for this special place. They also provide helpful feedback to Saanich Parks by observing, recording and reporting on defined issues and by recording their activities. To learn more and apply, click the link below:

Love being outdoors and looking for ways to give back to nature and your community? Volunteers with the Pulling Together Program work in 45+ different Saanich parks and natural areas to remove invasive species, restore natural areas, and enhance biodiversity. Joining this wonderful community of volunteers will nurture your own health and well-being, too!

There are three ways to get involved:

1. Drop in to a work party:
Drop-in volunteers sign a waiver at each event and receive tools and training from the Lead Steward volunteer. This is a great way to try out the program and volunteer on a flexible schedule. To get started, check out our Pulling Together Events Calendar for a list of projects welcoming drop-in volunteers.

2. Become a Restoration Assistant:
After you've tried a few drop-in sessions, you may register as a volunteer with Saanich Parks. Restoration Assistants work under the guidance of a Lead Steward volunteer and are the main workforce behind the ecological restoration projects. Registered volunteers receive invitations to learning and appreciation opportunities hosted by Saanich Parks. To learn more and register, click Restoration Assistant below. 

3. Become a Lead Steward:
The Lead Steward is the project leader for a given restoration site. You will welcome, train and supervise other volunteers, liaise with Saanich Parks staff on a regular basis (including setting up an annual restoration plan), and act as an ambassador for Saanich Parks and the Pulling Together volunteer program. To learn more and apply, click Lead Steward below.

Help an instructor deliver fun and creative visual arts programs for kids! This role is ideal for those who love working with children and who truly enjoy supporting creative exploration and learning in others. Ages 16+. To learn more and apply, click the link below:

Shadow Swim Instructors are responsible for observing and assisting the instruction of general recreational aquatics programs at Gordon Head Recreation Centre.  This volunteer position is intended for those who have certification or are in progress of completing co-teach hours. Ages 15+. To learn more and apply, click the link below: