Volunteerism: 1hr Focus Group Study Awesome to meet you!

Glad you found us on Getinvolved.ca We would like to invite you to participate in our focus group study on Volunteerism. We are a non-profit organization hosting a group session that will be approx 1 hr in length and light refreshments will be served. Location will be in the Greater Toronto Area with the exact details to be confirmed.

We are looking for:
Age: 30-65 years old
Parents with children or
Professionals or
Business owners

To confirm your interest in the session, please contact Sunny at sto@wellofchange.org Thank you!

Well of Change
W: www.wellofchange.org
E: info@wellofchange.org
T: twitter.com/wellofchange
P: 416-363-8888

posted yesterday at 2:37 PM | updated yesterday at 4:06 PM | 0 responses

Volunteers for Purple Day Event The Center for Epilepsy and Seizure Education (www.epilepsy.cc) is in need of immediate volunteers to provide program support for Purple Day, March 26th (www.purpleday.org), a National Empowerment Day for those affected by epilepsy during March Epilepsy Awareness Month.Volunteer positions will provide experience in the following disciplines: media, public relations, education, event planning & coordination, fundraising, social services, first aid education and overall office experience.
Purple Day activities include: promoting awareness of Purple Day March 26th through provincial television, radio and print media, identification of participating Pre and Elementary schools in the province-phone calling & surveying, coordination and on site support and for Purple Day activities, the distribution of program materials, education and support materials, office and admin support.
Please call Laura Yake for more information at 604-853-7399 or Email epilepsy.info@telus.net.

posted 23-Feb-2010 10:04:14 AM | 0 responses

Punjabi Speaking Volunteer Coordinator The Canadian Diabetes Association is looking for a Punjabi speaking volunteer coordinator for a special educational event for the South Asian Community in Abbotsford on Saturday, March 27th, 2010. Learn or practice the skills of volunteer management by assisting with 30 Punjabi speaking volunteers. Help with recruitment, phone interviews and matching volunteers to the volunteer roles. On the day assist with the Volunteer Orientation and supervising the volunteers. Training and full support will be given.
For further information or to apply please contact Rachel Clark
by email at rachel.clark@diabetes.ca or call 604-596-5630 extension 224.

posted 23-Feb-2010 10:01:49 AM | 0 responses

BC Cancer Agency Looking for volunteers who can donate a minimum of four hours per week between the hours of 8am - 4:30pm, Monday through Friday. Volunteers are needed for greeting, the Chemo Room, pet therapy (must have certification through BC Pets & Friends or St. Johns Ambulance), general clinic, special events coordination, book cart, and fundraising. If you are interested please download an application form at www.bccancer.bc.ca.

Volunteer Manager,
Kristen Janz at (604) 851-4710 ext. 645169

posted 11-Feb-2010 3:43:57 PM | updated 11-Feb-2010 3:44:10 PM | 0 responses

Landscaper Needed at Yoga Retreat Centre Help to create, implement and maintain a landscape vision for the Salt Spring Centre of Yoga.
Take this opportunity to experience life in a harmonious spiritual community set on spectacular Salt Spring Island, BC.

Tasks Include:
- Helping to create, implement and maintain a landscape vision for the Centre (including quite spots for meditating or contemplating)
- beautifying and maintaining grounds, pruning, tree planting, irrigation and weeding

Requirements:
- Commitment through to the fall (October 31st 2010)
- Proven landscaping skills
- Ability to envision a landscaping design plan for the Centre, including experience drafting a plan and budgeting
- Interest in living in intentional community

Remunerations:
- This is an unpaid position
- Full room & board included (delicious, organic, vegetarian meals)
- Attend free yoga asana, meditation, kirtan/satsang and yoga philosophy sessions

Please e-mail your resume and cover letter to Indica at indica@saltspringcentre.com
Learn more about us at http://www.saltspringcentre.com

Many thanks!

posted 10-Feb-2010 2:35:39 PM | updated 10-Feb-2010 8:43:11 PM | 1 response