Program Description: On the Rooftop Garden at Collingwood Neighbourhood House, we grow fresh vegetables for use in the Neighbourhood House’s many food and cooking programs. Our garden is a demonstration site showing how to grow food organically and in small urban spaces, such as balconies or small raised beds. Programs supported by the garden include: Community Kitchens, Canning Workshops, Community Care Harvest Box, and Community Fridge. We need active and passionate volunteer to support stewardship, maintenance, and programming
Day(s) and Time:
Every Thursday, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Location:
CNH Main House, Rooftop Garden
Duties:
Weeding, watering, harvesting, washing and storing produce,Caring for tools and equipmentEarly spring and late fall clean-upBuilding small structures (cold frames, trellises, etc.)
Requirements:
All experience levels welcomeAbility to stand for short periodsCompletion of a Criminal Records Check
Benefits:
Opportunity to connect with community members Learn garden skills and knowledge about plants from community membersInvitation to the CNH Volunteer Appreciation Event after completion of 20 hours of volunteering
If you are interested in volunteering, please complete your registration form on our website available here or visit our locations to complete a printed form.
Every Wednesday you will pick up pre-packaged grocery orders at the Grandview Save on Foods and deliver the orders to seniors in the Renfrew-Collingwood Neighbourhood.
Volunteer Position: Grocery Driver Helper
Posting Start Date: As soon as able
Posting End Date: Until filled
Name of Program: Grocery Shopping Program
Program Description: Join the Grocery Shopping Program at Collingwood Neighbourhood House and start making a difference in the lives of vulnerable seniors in your community. Every Wednesday between 10am to 2pm, drivers will pick up pre-packaged grocery orders at the Grandview Save on Foods and deliver the orders to seniors in the Renfrew-Collingwood Neighbourhood. With your help, isolated and mobility restricted seniors can stay in their homes independently while receiving grocery deliveries. This is a wonderful opportunity to interact with the community and to learn about food security, older adults/seniors, and to provide valuable community outreach and support. This role is a great fit for anybody of any age, whether you’re a young person looking to help and learn about issues facing seniors, or an older adult yourself looking to give back and help others in your time off or retirement. Additional details: Emailing required. We reimburse your mileage at $0.72 cents per kilometer.
Day(s) and Time: Wednesdays, between 10am to 2pm
Location: Grandview ‘Save on Foods (2880 Bentall St.) and Renfrew Collingwood Neighbourhood.
Duties: Pick up pre-packed groceries at Grandview Save on Foods.Drop off groceries around the neighbourhood and collect payment when necessary.Greet and interact with seniors.
Requirements: Valid Driver’s License (minimum Class 7 (N)).Vulnerable Sector/Criminal Record Check clearance.Vaccinated against COVID-19 (2 doses) – highly suggested.Empathetic, compassionate, and non-judgmental.
Assets: Speak any additional language
Benefits: Making a difference in the lives of our community members and learn more about food security and the unique position of seniors within Vancouver. Support isolated and vulnerable seniors to get the food they need. Invitation to the Volunteer Appreciation Event NightGain valuable experience and enjoy interacting with the community and CNH.
If you are interested in volunteering, please complete your registration form on our website available here or visit our locations to complete a printed form. Kindly place the reference number: #CS2026-2 on your registration form. Thank you!
