Volunteers
Interested in volunteering with kids under 5 years old? Join our preschool team!
Preschool volunteers take on a variety of exciting roles including:
- assisting with program activities
- learning alongside our team of experienced staff
- helping with special events
Why join our team?
- Great way to get involved in the community
- Helps you to develops your interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills
- Gives you experience in early childhood education
- Introduces you to new friends
- Earn service hours
- Have lots of fun!
About Burnaby’s preschool programs
Our City of Burnaby preschool programs come in all shapes and sizes. Our programs can range in size from 12 to 60 participants (with parents) for students aged 0-5yrs. The main 4 types of programs we offer include:
- Gym
- Arts
- Social
- Learning
As a volunteer, you will be responsible for supporting our staff set up, oversee, and take down our programs.
Requirements
Preschool volunteers must:
- be minimum 14 years of age (parental consent is required for all applicants 18 and under)
- be eligible to volunteer in Canada
- Commit to a minimum of one special event or one shift a week for a season of the same program.
I would like to volunteer
Current Volunteer Opportunities
Bonsor Preschool Programs
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Program Coordinator: Chris McLaren 604- 297-4590 Chris.mclaren@burnaby.ca |
South East Community Programs
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Program Coordinator: Brett Boland 604-297-4831 brett.boland@burnaby.ca Locations: Programs run at Stride Avenue Community School and Second Street Community School. |
Christine Sinclair Community Centre
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Program Coordinator: Amy Duplantis 604-294-7814 Amy.Duplantis@burnaby.ca
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Willingdon Community Centre
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Program Coordinator: Maya Piscopo 604- 297-4525 maya.piscopo@burnaby.ca |
- Assisting at Preschool Program
Parks, Recreation and Culture Fundamental Goal Statement:
The Parks, Recreation and Culture Department is dedicated to offering the very best in programs, activities and events – all in a welcoming setting for residents and visitors of all ages, skill levels and interests. Together, our goal is to create a community that provides citizens with opportunities for an active and healthy lifestyle.
We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem) Peoples. Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city.
We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands, including parts of present-day Burnaby, for thousands of years.
