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Volunteers are Our Foundation

At Beacon, we embrace the transformative power of giving back. Explore diverse volunteer opportunities to make a meaningful impact in the community, whether supporting vulnerable populations, contributing to local events or sharing your unique skills.

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Our volunteer opportunities are not limited to those listed below. If you have a great idea or a skill you would like to share, please contact us!

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Become a Volunteer
  • checkmark icon 1. Apply
    You can apply online or pick up an application at the SHOAL Centre at 10030 Resthaven Dr. in Sidney.
  • checkmark icon 2. Interview
    Next, you’ll have an interview with the Manager of Volunteer Engagement.
  • checkmark icon 3. Get a Criminal Record Check
    We will send you a link with a code to complete this online.
  • checkmark icon 4. Orientation
    As soon as you are able, general orientation happens with the volunteer manager, and role-based training happens with our staff member directly overseeing your involvement.
  • checkmark icon 5. Part of the Team
    You’ll be scheduled for your first shift!

Ways to Volunteer

SHOAL CENTRE SUPPORT TEAM

Come and help at a vibrant seniors’ activity centre in the heart of Sidney by the Sea!

Roles include Reception, Office Admin, Activity Support, Events, SHOAL Café, and more!

Most of these roles are scheduled and occur during the day on week days.
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DIRECT SENIORS’ SUPPORT ROLES

(Better at Home, Saanich Peninsula)

See your positive impact every day through volunteer roles that enable seniors to continue living independently.

Choices include Medical Drives, Friendly Visiting, light Gardening and Odd Jobs, Meal Delivery, Grocery Shopping and more! Some of these roles are flexible and unscheduled, some have regular shifts.
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SENIORS’ WELLNESS PROGRAMS

Bring your background in active listening, and benefit from excellent training resources to come alongside 55+ peers as you ease their journey through a life challenge, or assist with group facilitation for those caring for a loved one at home. These activities are scheduled, during weekdays (1-1 matches are flexible) and located on Saanich Peninsula.
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THRIFT STORES

See treasures first and help support Beacon programs by lending your time and skills in our thrift stores. You can help on cash, sorting donations, pricing or merchandizing. Seven locations throughout Greater Victoria, scheduled shifts and more flexible options available.
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ASSISTED LIVING

Volunteer in one of our beautiful homes, either supporting or leading activities based around your own hobbies and interests, or in a 1-1 match with a resident who would love your company. Two locations; one in Sidney and one in James Bay; scheduled and flexible options; weekends and weekdays possible.
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CHILD CARE

If you love children, we have a few locations on Saanich Peninsula where you can volunteer at a childcare centre or after school care location. Help with arts and crafts, games, reading, snack prep, outdoor activities, or come with your ideas! Regular shifts are helpful for planning.
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INCOME TAX

CRA trains volunteers through the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program to assist members of the community to file their taxes. Appointments are taken in person at SHOAL Centre in Sidney during the months of March and April on weekdays. The role is flexible if preparing at home, and/or if outside of those two months.
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RESTORATIVE JUSTICE

Where this can create better outcomes for all involved, Sidney North Saanich RCMP and Central Saanich Police refer cases to our Saanich Peninsula Restorative Justice Group. These trained volunteers facilitate powerful conversation circles that bring the perpetrator and victim of harm together to repair the harm, thus diverting the proceedings from the court system.
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PHILANTHROPY & PARTNERSHIPS

Bring your skills and background in fundraising activities, your strong networks and storytelling abilities, or your desire to support Beacon in a strategic way by supporting this department with a variety of roles. Help us grow, thank and develop our donor base.
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Not sure how you want to help? OR you have a skill to share, but don’t see a fitting opportunity here?

Apply now and our Manager of Volunteer Engagement will be delighted to meet with you and discuss what we can do together!

“For me, volunteering at Beacon brings me a sense of purpose and contribution to my community, while building meaningful connections and making a positive impact on the residents’ environment. Through our discussions, all residents offer their valuable wisdom, insights and life experiences. I really enjoy every visit!”

Ikhlass B., Volunteer

“As a volunteer medical driver for Beacon, I’m able to give back to my community in a very practical, meaningful and helpful way. The seniors that I drive are so grateful for this service, and so pleased to have someone come and pick them up at their home, that each experience is truly rewarding to me.”

Rob M., Volunteer

“Beacon Community Services was recommended to me by a medical associate who felt exposure to the community would be a good thing for my mental health. Discovering the SHOAL Centre has been a blessing! The staff and other volunteers bring such joy to the environment that I find my volunteering hours at the Centre go by so quickly.”

Dulcie B., Volunteer

“It has been such a joy for me to be volunteering with SHOAL. I live in a Beacon building myself and have loved woodworking for most of my life. It’s been almost five years of fun and enjoyment at the SHOAL Workshop and I’ll keep doing it until I can no longer do so. They bring a smile to my face and I hope I bring one to theirs also.”

Robert D., Volunteer

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