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VRES Event Support Assistant- Volunteer

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Vancouver, BC, Canada
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  • Details

    Date:
    June 11, 2026, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM PDT
    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours
    Recurrence:
    One time only
    Volunteers Needed:
    6
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Education, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Teens, Public Groups

    Description

    Join us in making this year's Spring Carnival a fun and memorable experience for students, families, and the Kerrisdale Elementary community! For our next event, we are looking for an Event Support Assistant to assist with event coordination and engage with attendees throughout the event.

    Vancouver Region Educational Services (VRES) is a registered non-profit organization committed to providing free and affordable educational services to the Vancouver Region and beyond. VRES provides online and in-person educational services for learners of all ages, including K-12, adults, and seniors.

    Location: 5555 Carnarvon St, Vancouver, BC V6N 1J2 (Kerrisdale Elementary School)

    Date: Thursday, June 11, 2026

    Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM (PST)

    The Event Support Assistant is responsible for:

    • Greeting and directing participants, students, and families upon arrival
    • Setting up event booths, activity stations, and décor before the event begins
    • Preparing and organizing materials for activities and tracking inventory
    • Run activity stations, and engage with kids and families throughout the event.
    • Taking photos of event highlights and activities for VRES social media channels
    • Assisting with takedown of all materials at the end of the event

    Who We're Looking For:

    • Minimum age: 12 years or up
    • Fluent in English
    • Able to independently commute to and arrive at the event location on time (VRES covers travel costs upon request)
    • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, outdoor event setting
    • Able to fully commit to the scheduled event timings
    • Comfortable interacting with children, family members, and community members

    Why You Should Join Us:

    ▪ Earn volunteer hours toward school or community requirements

    ▪ Gain hands-on event experience in coordinating and running a community event

    ▪ Receive an official certificate from Canada Service Corps (after completion of 120 hours)

    ▪ Access to networking events with our sponsors and community partners

    Location

    On-site

    Kerrisdale Elementary School

    5555 Carnarvon St, Vancouver, BC V6N 1J3, Canada

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    We're looking forward to meeting you! Please submit your application at https://www.vancouvereducation.org/volunteer

    Thank you for your interest in our organization! We are a non-profit dedicated to providing cost-effective and accessible resources to the community. Our mission is to create a secure, nurturing space that inspires personal growth and fosters positive change.

    To learn more and become part of our community, please visit our website at https://www.vancouvereducation.org

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