SpringRecreationGuide2024

volunteer General Interest

This Spring, we celebrate National Volunteer Week April 14 - 20, 2024 Let’s highlight the inspiring individuals whose invaluable acts of compassion through volunteering are helping us build a community where people feel happier, healthier, and more welcome. Thank you volunteers for making our city feel more connected.

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Spring programs are up and running. To find out all the exciting volunteer opportunities that are available, as well as the application process, please visit surrey.ca/volunteering.

English Conversation Program Are you fluent in English with previous experience in teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) or simply interested in helping newcomers practice their English-speaking skills? We’re looking for volunteers with strong communication and leadership skills to facilitate our in-person and online English Conversation Programs. Commitment of 1.5 hours/ week for 6 sessions each season is required.

City-wide Special Events PARTY FOR THE PLANET

The City of Surrey hosts its annual Earth Day celebration ‘Party for the Planet’ at Civic Plaza in April. Volunteer event assistants help to engage the public to learn about Surrey's sustainable initiatives at various booths. SPARK Surrey SPARK Stages brings the magic of the performing arts to kids and families. The City of Surrey volunteers play an important role in supporting this interactive and engaging event that introduces young people to the magic of the performing arts.

Emergency Support Services (ESS) ON-CALL VOLUNTEER RESPONDER Join Emergency Support Services (ESS), a dedicated rapid response team, that provides support to your neighbours immediately following a disaster or an emergency.

Heritage Services Shout out to Surrey’s youth! Museum of Surrey and Historic Stewart Farm are looking to expand our volunteer youth teams to help with special events, kid’s programs, gardening and more. Get your volunteer hours for graduation and meet new people along the way. You don’t have to be a history buff to find something exciting and rewarding here. Fill out a Heritage Service volunteer application online today!

TRAIN IN THE SPRING, VOLUNTEER IN THE SUMMER! Summer is fast approaching, and trainings are happening now. To get involved check out these great volunteer roles. Day Camp Volunteer 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!

Park Volunteer Programs See page 96 for more information.

FRIENDS OF THE FOREST Help care for Surrey’s unique urban forest. Become a registered volunteer to be notified about upcoming stewardship activities such as tree planting and invasive plant removal events, and more. PARTNERS IN PARKS Help keep Surrey’s parks clean, beautiful, and safe for everyone to enjoy. Participate in park cleanups, planting programs, community engagement and more!Your efforts will beautify our parks and motivate others to get involved.

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604-501-5100  SURREY.CA/REGISTER  SPRING 2024