SPRING 2019 Rec 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!

Check THESE OUT! Education Programs Are you available weekday mornings or early afternoons? Do you enjoy teaching and interacting with children? The Historic Stewart Farm and Museum of Surrey are always in need of passionate people to assist their education programs. Email heritagevolunteers@ surrey.ca to learn more.

Spring programs are up and running. Sign-up today and join in on one of these awesome roles.

Children’s Festival The annual Surrey International

Children’s Festival inspires young hearts and minds to greater possibilities, and celebrates our rich and diverse cultural heritage through performing and visual arts experiences. This three day event takes place May 23–25, 2019.

Aquatics Programs Do you dream of becoming a lifeguard or simply love to swim? Join our Aquateers volunteer program and assist with public swims and learn to swim classes.

Party for the Planet The City of Surrey hosts its ninth annual Earth Day celebration ‘Party for the Planet’ at Civic Plaza on April 13, 2019. Attendees are able to visit various booths to learn about Surrey’s various sustainable initiatives, plus purchase affordable greenery for their yards and gardens at the inaugural tree and plant sale.

Train IN THE Spring, Volunteer IN THE Summer! Summertime is fast approaching and trainings are happening now. To get involved check out these great volunteer roles.

Celebrate the value of volunteering! Building confidence, competence, connections and community.

Canada Day and Fusion Festival

Community and Recreation Camps Make a positive impact while connecting with children in our community. Take part in your choice of sport, art, dance, drama, science and themed camps this summer! Work closely with City of Surrey staff to develop your skills knowledge and experience. Dates, times and locations are flexible!

July will be here before you know it and that means great summer events! Whether you’re singing our national anthem loud and proud at our Canada Day event or tasting great cultural foods at Fusion Festival; these events have something for everyone.

THIS SPRING, WE CELEBRATE National Volunteer Week April 7–13, 2019 Volunteers are the backbone of a healthy community! This Spring, we celebrate the value of volunteering– building confidence, competence, connections and community! Thank you to all the volunteers for your contributions.

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