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VRES Community Event Assistant

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

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours
    Recurrence:
    One time only
    Volunteers Needed:
    5
    Cause Areas:
    Children & Youth, Community Development, Education, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Teens, Public Groups

    Description

    Join us in making our Holly Park Neighbourhood Cleanup a meaningful and impactful experience for our community. For this event, we are looking for dedicated Community Event Assistants to help us protect our local environment, connect with neighbors, and keep Surrey clean and green!

    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.

    Community Event Assistant is Responsible For:

    • Gathering and distributing cleanup supplies (bags, gloves, and litter pickers) at the meeting point
    • Removing litter and debris from designated areas within Holly Park.
    • Sorting collected waste into appropriate recycling and garbage containers
    • Engaging positively with community members and park visitors during the event

    Location: 10698 148 St, Surrey, BC V3R 3X6 (Holly Park)

    Date: Thursday, July 2, 2026

    Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm

    Why Should You Join Us:

    • Earn volunteer hours toward school or community requirements
    • Receive an official certificate from Canada Service Corps (after completion of 120 hours)
    • Access to networking events with our sponsors and community partners
    • Gain experience participating in and assisting with community events

    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 (Need help getting here? VRES covers travel costs upon request)
    • Comfortable working in an outdoor event setting
    • Able to fully commit to the scheduled event timings
    • Comfortable interacting with children, family members, and community members

    Location

    On-site

    Holly Park

    10698 148 St, Surrey, BC V3R 3X6, Canada

    How to Volunteer for This Opportunity

    We're looking forward to meeting you! Please submit your application at https://forms.monday.com/forms/4ff1c5b7b49792cb9ad16929cc0b88d3?r=use1

    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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