Volunteer/ Work Opportunities

Volunteer Placements

Parks and Recreation Richmond

Richmond Cares Richmond Gives 

Volunteer Positions through City of Richmond

Richmond Cares Richmond Gives (RCRG)

Gateway Theatre

Alzheimer Society - Special Event Volunteer

• When: Sunday, May 25th, 2025 + Wednesday May 14th for orientation (online)

  Location: Multiple locations available

  What: As an event-day volunteer, you’ll contribute to an uplifting community experience while helping raise vital funds and awareness. Whether you prefer welcoming participants, offering refreshments, guiding the walk route, or helping with setup or cleanup, there's a role for every interest and ability.

SFU Camps (Volunteer)

• Application deadline: (Opens March 17) ~ April 17, 2025

  When: Training in June, camp is June 30 - Aug 22

  What: Simon Fraser University Summer Camp Volunteers are responsible for helping Camp Instructors provide a safe, fun, and educational environment. Volunteers act as role models for campers and are expected to demonstrate a respectful, positive attitude and strong sportsmanship.  Specific duties include assisting instructors with the supervision of campers, coordinating activities, and upholding a welcoming and inclusive space.  Volunteers should be flexible in their camp preferences and placements as position availability may change throughout the summer. Successful candidates will be responsible, adaptable, and passionate about working with children and youth.  

Work Opportunities

Work as a poll worker for the upcoming federal election! 

• be a Canadian citizen;
• be at least 16 years old on election day;
• be non-partisan and refrain from any partisan political activity during the term of your employment.

Federal Student Work Experience Program (FSWEP)

• Are you a student searching for a full-time or part-time work opportunity? Apply for a Government of Canada student job!
• As the country’s largest employer, we are proud to hire thousands of students every year to support us in delivering services to Canadians.Benefits:
• ✓ explore different careers in the federal public service
• ✓ gain work experience while developing your skills
• ✓ apply knowledge from your areas of study
• ✓ be part of a respectful and inclusive work environment  
• What types of student jobs are available?
• We have a wide variety of jobs from coast to coast, in diverse fields, such as administration, agriculture, communications, enforcement, finance, IT, policy, and many more.
• Students work in offices and laboratories, on ships and farms, at historical sites and national parks, among many other locations, in more than 300 cities and towns across Canada.

** Also check the calendar and New Information (on the sidebar), of the homepage of the Career Centre Website which lists the individual volunteer opportunities, by deadline to apply.