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Volunteer Opportunities

The Salvation Army Volunteer with us today!

Courtenay Recreation VOLUNTEERING . . . a FUN and Healthy Lifestyle. Volunteers needed for pre-school and children’s programs, The LINC Youth Centre, Special Events and Adapted Programs. Requirements: Enthusiasm, interest in helping the community, creativity is a bonus. A clean Criminal Record Check (all persons aged 18+). Volunteer schedules are flexible. No minimum required. www.courtenay.ca/rec Call 250-338-5371 Habitat for Humanity At Habitat for Humanity, volunteers are our su perheroes – the driving force behind our mission to build stronger communities. Whether you’re swinging a hammer on a build site, helping out at one of our ReStores, or lending a hand at fun community events, there’s a place for YOU to make a real impact. Are you 16+ and eager to roll up your sleeves and make a difference? We’ve got exciting opportuni ties for you to join the Habitat crew and help us build more affordable housing in the community! Want to get involved? Reach out today at volun teer@habitatnorthisland.com or visit habitatnor thisland.com for more info. Come volunteer with us and discover how rewarding it is to build something truly special!

Join our team at The Salvation Army to bring hope where there is hardship. Help us meet holistic needs and be a transforming influence! Call Andrea to volunteer (250) 338-5133 because, Everyone Needs An Army. www.comoxvalleysa.ca

MARS Wildlife Rescue Centre MARS Wildlife Rescue Centre is looking for volun teers! Work with animals directly in our Wildlife Hospital as a caregiver, tell our patients’ story in our Visitor Centre as a guide, or help out in other ways including animal transport, small construction projects, helping in our gift shop, native plant resto

ration, special events, and more, Visit marswildliferescue.com .

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Victoria Capital Region In-School Mentors wanted in the Comox Valley. Can you commit to helping an elementary school student one hour/week, during school hours, through the school year? (Non-academic) Mentoring makes a big difference in a child’s life! Contact Candace for more information at candace.johnson@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca or 778-404-3125 .

The Gardens on Anderton More than just gardeners are needed at The Gar dens on Anderton. We need people to host visitors, help in our gift/snack shop, assist with entry to concerts and more all in a beautiful garden setting. For more information e-mail: thegardensonanderton@gmail.com , check our website: www.gardensonanderton.org or visit in person: 2012 Anderton Rd (behind Anderton Nursery).

“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” ~Helen Keller

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