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What We Do

Volunteers are a key part of CNH’s success. Every year, hundreds of volunteers help support CNH in a variety of ways. They help out in the office, in the kitchen, on the rooftop garden, and in many of CNH’s programs and initiatives. Volunteering is a great way to get valuable experience and a wonderful way to contribute to making your community a better place!

For more information, contact Yndira Arteaga, Volunteer Manager, at volunteering@cnh.bc.ca or 604-435-0323.

Registration

Thank you for making a difference in our community! Complete our online volunteer registration form (via Microsoft Forms), or visit our locations and complete a printed form.

  • Main Site: 5288 Joyce St, Vancouver
  • Annex: 3690 Vanness Ave, Vancouver
Requirements

As per the CNH Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, all volunteers must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before they start their volunteering experience at CNH. Volunteer positions are open to Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and others with valid work permits. We welcome people from all backgrounds and ages, but please note some requirements:

  • Work permit holders, visitors and international students need to send additional information to our office – connect with us!
  • Volunteers must review and agree with the CNH volunteer guidelines. All volunteers review these guidelines with their Program Manager /Supervisor on their first day of volunteering/orientation and volunteers will be required to sign the document if they agree to comply with the guidelines.
    • These guidelines are based on CNH’s mission and values. We encourage those interested in volunteering at CNH to read the guidelines before registering to volunteer.
  • All volunteers are required to submit a valid BC criminal records clearance (CRC) before they start volunteering with CNH (mandatory for volunteers 12+ years old).
Processing

Processing of volunteer registrations may take up to 5 weeks. You will receive an email from our volunteer program with instructions on how to apply online for a free Criminal Records Check (CRC)* with the BC Ministry of Public Safety, focused on vulnerable sectors.

Once we receive your CRC results, we’ll contact you to connect you with our Program Managers/Supervisors to start your volunteering experience.

IMPORTANT: If you have not received info within a week, please connect with volunteering@cnh.bc.ca. Please check your spam/junk folders in case the emails are there instead of your inbox.

*All volunteer CRC applications with the BC Ministry of Public Safety are free. Currently only online applications are accepted. CRC results are sent directly to us within 2 to 5 weeks. If you have current CRC results from a police detachment or RCMP, completed with a vulnerable sector search, you may submit a copy to us. CRC results are valid for 5 years from date of issue.

Three youth program volunteers wearing matching tshirts and sitting at a event registration table

Volunteer Openings

Welcome Pole Raising Volunteer (#CD2025-05)

Open until filled. Collingwood Neighbourhood House is having a Welcome Pole Raising Ceremony to wrap up the 2025 Collingwood Days celebration! We are adding a new welcome pole to our front entrance and would like your help in lifting it up.

Gardening Offsite Volunteer (#CD2025-04)

Program Description: At the Norquay Food Forest, we are working to restore and maintain the community greenspace. The Norquay Food Forest is a space for the community to come together to grow native plants, food and medicine. Our goal is to maintain the space for future use to host workshops, walks, and celebrations for the community.   Number of volunteers needed: 4 Programs supported by the Norquay Food Forest include: Community Care Harvest Box Community Fridge Garden Workshops Food Forest Day(s) and Time: Once a week on Wednesdays, approximately 2 hours, between 2 pm to 4 pm. Hours flexible and…

Senior Community Support Volunteer (#CS2025-01)

Open until filled. As a Seniors Community Support Volunteer, you will play a meaningful role within the Social Prescribing program by enhancing older adults’ and seniors’ lives through companionship, assistance with community outings, and social engagement.

Gardening Volunteer (# CD2025-03)

Position Start: As soon as able On the Rooftop Garden at Collingwood Neighbourhood House, we grow fresh vegetables to use them at the Neighbourhood House’s many food and cooking programs.

Grocery Program Driver (#CS2024-8)

With your help, isolated and mobility restricted seniors can stay in their homes independently while receiving grocery deliveries! Open until filled.