SOOKE REGION VOLUNTEER DIRECTORY

Match your interest and energies with organizations seeking your help

Contact Details

Contact: Keli Dunn

Office Address: 2515 Watling Way, Sooke,

Phone: 250-642-6371

Email: admin@amberacademy.ca

Website: www.amberacademy.ca

ABOUT AMBER ACADEMY YOUTH FINE ARTS SOCIETY

Our mission is to empower youth from kindergarten through high school to become creative, productive and confident members of our community through artistic education, collaboration and expression.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

General Volunteer Needs

Board Members, Special Events, Community Shows, Youth Leaders, General Assistance

Program Assistants - Mondays, Wednesdays, or Fridays

Board of Directors - monthly meetings are usually 1 1/2 hrs/month, other time commitments varies based on events and activites

Program Assistants - assist instructors with classes, provide general support for program activities

Director, Marketing and Communications (Board of Directors) - maintain/manage social media and website, create print and electronic advertising and promotional content, craft press releases, handle media enquiries, attend monthly board meetings

Treasurer (Board of Directors) - oversee monthly revenue and expenses, prepare monthly financial reports for the Board’s review, issue receipts, work with Director of Fund Development to carry out fundraising initiatives, manage rental agreements for the Society's equipment and assets, and attend monthly board meetings

Director-at-Large (Board of Directors) - assist the board of directors with various tasks to help the society pursue its mission, help with special events, and attend monthly board meetings

Contact Details

Contact: Ashley, Green

Office Address: 6218 Sooke Rd., British Columbia, V9Z 1J1, Canada

Phone: 250-642-6371

Email: emcsprograms@sd62.bc.ca

Website: www.emcsprograms.ca

ABOUT EDWARD MILNE COMMUNITY SCHOOL SOCIETY

It is the mission of Edward Milne Community School Society to partner with students, parents, and the community to build a safe, supportive, and challenging learning environment that enables people to make a living, make a life, and make a difference.

A registered non-profit society and charity since June 1987, the mandate of the EMCS Society is inspired by the broad-based and diverse interests of the people of the region, and by the changing needs of the community. The EMCS Society Program Office works to build partnerships with individuals and organizations in the community to provide life-long learning opportunities for people of all ages in the Sooke Region.

The Society oversees educational, vocational, cultural, and social programs, projects, and services developed to meet the needs of the community. As well as sponsoring a wide range of community education programs, the Society manages the Sooke Community Theatre, the Sooke Region Literacy Project, and the Sooke Makerspace.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

General Volunteer Needs

Board Members, Special Events, Community Shows, Youth Leaders, General Assistance

Drop-In Sports Host
We host drop-in sports throughout the school year in the evenings at Journey Middle School. These roles have a sign up sheet, so you can choose the dates and times that suit you best. Even if it's one day a month, it is a great assistance!

Volleyball: Tuesdays
6:00-7:30 pm Ages 11-13
7:30-9:00 pm Ages 14 to adult

Badminton: Wednesdays - Journey Middle School Gym
6-7:15 pm - Beginners/Everyone welcome
7:15-9 pm - Advanced

Basketball: Fridays
6-7 pm - U15
7-9 pm - O16

Solstice/Equinox Meal Volunteers
Help prepare and serve a meal with community.

Movie Nights: Set up EMCS Community Theatre for movie night. 3 hours one night per month.

Contact Details

Contact: Shelley Noyes

Office Address:

6672 Wadams Way, Unit 100, Sooke, BC, V9Z 0H3

Phone: 250-642-5152

Email: info@sfrs.ca

Website: www.sfrs.ca/

ABOUT US

Our Mission
We provide people, of all ages and abilities on southern Vancouver Island, with services and resources that encourage them to enhance skills, address challenges and create a path forward.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Board of Directors

SFRS is entering an exciting phase of growth and programming expansion and is looking for individuals that will bring their ideas, dedication and skills to help propel the organization to broader impact and effectiveness. The Board of Directors’ role is one of governance and oversight. As a Board Director, you will be part of the team of individuals guiding the mission, vision, and strategic plan of SFRS.

Contact Lynda Slater, Volunteer Leader

Gallery Hours:
Wed-Sun, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

Address: 2043 Church Rd, Sooke, BC

Email: gallery@sookearts.com

Website: So okeArts.com

ABOUT SOOKE ARTS COUNCIL

Sooke Arts Council is governed by a dedicated team of Directors and volunteers who bring diverse skills and experiences, delivering access to various resources, opportunities to exhibit artwork, participation in workshops, and involvement in community projects.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Volunteer Needs