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Volunteer with Us

Volunteers play an important role in our Neighbourhood house enabling us to offer more extensive and better-quality programs and services to our community.

Volunteering helps you connect with the community, make a positive impact, build new skills, and expand your network. We are proud and honoured to have over 200 volunteers working with us, and we are inviting you to be a part of this wonderful network.

Benefits of volunteering:

  • Increase your work experience or learn a new skill
  • Meet your neighbours.
  • Understand and connect with your community.
  • Learn about different cultures.
 

Interested in volunteering with us? Please fill out this application and we will contact you as soon as a suitable opportunity becomes available.

Join Us
  • We offer a wide range of volunteer opportunities for community members, including one-time, seasonal, and ongoing roles.
  • Please note that most of our volunteer activities take place on weekdays during business hours. Be sure you are available during these times before submitting your application.
  • Our common volunteering roles include:
    • Gardening
    • Event support
    • Working with children and youth
    • Reception assistance
    • Childminding
    • Food distribution
    • Facilitating workshops

…and many more!

Little Mountain Neighbourhood House welcomes volunteers from all backgrounds and ages.

All volunteers are required to:

  • Review and agree with the LMNHS volunteer guidelines. All volunteers review these guidelines with the volunteer coordinator/program coordinator on their first day of volunteering or at the orientation and volunteers will be required to sign the document agreeing to comply with the guidelines.
  • Obtain a clear criminal record check. Instructions will be provided by the volunteer coordinator. 
  • Attend an orientation meeting with the volunteer coordinator.
  1. Submit your volunteer application by filling out this Microsoft Form: Click Me
  2. Schedule an onboarding call with our Volunteer Coordinator using the link provided in the confirmation email you’ll receive after submitting your application.
  3. During the call, discuss your expectations, availability, and any requirements for volunteering.
  4. The Volunteer Coordinator will review your profile and contact you when a suitable opportunity becomes available in our community.
  5. The time it takes to process your application will depend on your interests. If you’re eager to start right away, please check out our available volunteer opportunities at the bottom of this page.

Any Questions?

Contact: Isuru Premathilaka (He/Him), Volunteer and Events Coordinator
Phone: (604) 879-7104 ext. 107
Email: volunteer@lmnhs.bc.ca

Volunteer Showcase

Diane Lawrence

Diane is a volunteer with the Yard Garden Harvest Project (YGHP), Riley Park Community Garden (RPCG), and the new Learning Garden that’s currently under construction. She also serves on the LMNHS Board of Directors and played a crucial role on the LMNHS fundraising organizing committee last year.


Read Diane's Story

Judy McMillan

Judy is a volunteer with the Yard Garden Harvest Project (YGHP). Born and raised in the Little Mountain-Riley Park neighbourhood, Judy was the first homeowner to share her yard with LMNHS for the Yard Garden Harvest Project.


Read Judy's Story

Current Openings

We are currently seeking volunteers to help organize and manage events at Little Mountain Neighbourhood House. As a community organization, we frequently hold events and are looking to engage volunteers who enjoy working with us to enhance these experiences for our participants.
 

As an Event Support Volunteer, your responsibilities will include:

  • Assisting with the setup of the venue before the event starts
  • Helping with participant check-in
  • Facilitating activities and engaging with the audience
  • Monitoring stations and replenishing supplies as needed (food, drinks, stationery, etc.)
  • Providing audio-visual and tech support
  • Cleaning up the area during and after the event

Date of Volunteering: Based on availability

Location of Volunteering: Varies

If you are interested in volunteering, please sign up by filling out this form.