Fall 2019 Recreation Guide

Volunteer

Why VOLUNTEERING? What are the top reasons City of Surrey volunteers do what they do?

give back to their community make friends gain new experiences

These are just some of the benefits of volunteering with us, see below for more!

We Celebrate

THIS FALL

November 5, 2019 INTERNATIONAL VOLUNTEER MANAGERS DAY The City of Surrey now has more than 200 administrators and many more individuals that are actively engaging volunteers directly within our programs and services. On this day, we celebrate the administrator’s accomplishments and achievements as without them, volunteers would not be engaged and mobilized to assist the City’s business and continue to contribute to safe and healthy communities. Congratulations to all of the City of Surrey’s volunteer administrators for the work they do in leading volunteers and fostering community engagement!

LOOKING FOR AN IMMEDIATE Volunteer Opportunity? CHECK OUT THESE QUICK START PROGRAMS! Learn about volunteer opportunities in Partners in Parks partnersinparks@surrey.ca.

December 5, 2019 INTERNATIONAL VOLUNTEER DAY Each year, thousands of individuals in the City of Surrey volunteer their time and skills to help make our community a better place. On this day, we celebrate the power and potential of volunteerism within the City of Surrey by recognizing our volunteers’ efforts in the service they provide among our community.

Nature Work Parties – Friends of the Forest All ages welcome! Work together with other nature lovers to remove invasive plants and plant native trees and shrubs. You will help enhance habitat for wildlife and restore the balance to our park ecosystems. All gloves and tools will be provided. Drop in to any event and stay for however long you want! Events are typically held on Saturdays from May to October.

Special Events COMING UP THIS FALL! Tree Lighting Festival Join the Mayor and Council and Santa on November 23 to light our official Christmas tree. Kick off Surrey’s holiday season as a volunteer in the Tree Lighting Festival.

Park Care – Partners in Parks Enjoy the outdoors while improving your local park or green space by being a bin keeper or litter picker. Remove litter, weed garden beds, plant trees, and more. You will be provided with the necessary tools, knowledge, and support. Various opportunities are available for an individual or group and are flexible to your schedule.

Drop-in Volunteering Drop-in for a one-day park project and work with other volunteers to beautify and improve our parks! Drop-in opportunities are open to volunteers of all ages; all tools and instruction are provided. Activities include removing invasive plants; planting trees, shrubs, and bulbs; cleaning up litter; and weeding garden beds. Sign-up on the mailing list to receive emails about drop-in events!

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604-501-5100  SURREY.CA/RECREATION  FALL 2019

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