SummerRecreationGuide2024

volunteer General Interest

SPIRIT Support Participation and Inclusion - Reach out, Involve andTransform! Join SPIRIT and be part of strengthening our community’s inclusivity. As a SPIRIT Volunteer, you’ll empower individuals with disabilities to engage in Surrey Parks, Recreation & Culture activities, enhancing their health, education, and personal development.Your role is vital in ensuring everyone can fully participate in recreation and leisure experiences. Interested in making a difference? Join SPIRIT today!

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Volunteer in Surrey Parks You can help to take care of Surrey's Parks! Become a registered volunteer to learn more about upcoming volunteer activities such as park cleanups, invasive plant removals, tree plantings, garden work parties, community science opportunities and more!

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 Join us in caring for Surrey’s parks! Pitch in to keep them clean, beautiful, and safe for everyone. Take part in cleanups, gardening programs, and community engagement opportunities. Your actions will enhance our parks and inspire others to join in!

English Conversation Program Are you passionate about helping others and interested in promoting cultural diversity and inclusion in the community?The English Conversation Program (ECP) offers a positive and welcoming environment for newcomers, and people from diverse backgrounds to practice English and meet others in the community. We are looking for individuals with strong communication and leadership skills to plan, lead and facilitate English conversation sessions.

Surrey Art Gallery Lead Inspiring Art Tours for Children— Become a Surrey Art Gallery Docent! Surrey Art Gallery is seeking art enthusiasts

interested in volunteering to lead exciting weekday school group tours of its art exhibitions, through discussion and hands-on activities. New docents are supported through a program of study investigating contemporary art, education theory, and touring. They will also observe and assist with tours prior to leading these independently and will learn under mentors’ guidance. It is a rewarding role for those who enjoy working with children and learning about contemporary art, while building skills in art education and contributing to community engaged practices. No experience is required. Contact Johanna Lasner, Volunteer Programmer, at artsvolunteer@surrey.ca

FROM SUMMER’S WARMTH TO WINTER’S WONDERLAND! When our warm summer days end, so begins our crisp fall and cool winter days. The City of Surrey has many volunteer opportunities during the fall and winter. Be sure to check out our website surrey.ca/volunteer in September when more volunteer opportunities will be open, as we search for new and talented volunteers.

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.

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