Welcome Pole Raising Volunteer (#CD2025-05)

Posting Date: 2025-06-20

Posting End Date: Until filled

Name of Program: CD – Indigenous space for connection

Number of Volunteers: Up to 12

Position Start Date: Mid-August

Program Description: CNH is adding a welcome pole to our front entrance and would need help for the ceremony. This celebration will include food, drinks, dance and more. Volunteers are welcome and encouraged to join and celebrate with us!

Day(s) and Time: Mid-August, date to be confirmed. Approximately 4 to 6 hours in total.

Location: Collingwood Neighbourhood House, 5288 Joyce St, Vancouver.

Duties

  • Attending the Welcome Pole Raising Ceremony.
  • Carrying the welcome pole out of the building with the help of other volunteers.
  • Raising the pole up at the front entrance of the building with the help of other volunteers.

Requirements

  • Be physically capable of lifting objects up to 40lbs.
  • Criminal Records Check clearance.

Assets

  • Have your own PPE such as a hard hat, steel toe boots, and/or hi-vis safety vest.
  • Equipment will be provided for those who do not own their own.

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.