Volunteer Program
Volunteers are the heart of the Southern Gulf Islands Neighbourhood House. Whether you’re looking to share your skills, meet new people, or give back to your island community, we have meaningful opportunities across Saturna, Galiano, Mayne, and Pender. Join us as a volunteer, and together, we can make our island communities a better place for everyone.
Contact Info
Phone: (250) – 629 – 3665
Email: volunteer@sginh.ca
Our Hiring Process
Create a volunteer profile on Better Impact. Be sure to keep track of your username and password.
Fill out a short application (5 minutes) with your qualifications and areas of interest.
Please wait up to 48 hours for us to get back to you with specific volunteer opportunities that best fit your profile.
Complete a simple and quick onboarding to ensure you feel confident going into your first day.
Begin contributing to our island communities, creating connections and having fun!
Ready to Begin?
Programs our Volunteers' Support
Our open volunteer positions are ever-changing, however, all opportunities fall within the program areas listed below. Most roles require a weekly commitment of 3-6 hours on a consistent day. We offer positions across the Southern Gulf Islands, with both in-person and remote options available. We encourage you to fill out our Better Impact application, indicating your preferred program area, location, and availability so that our Volunteer Coordinator can match you with the best opportunity based on current needs.
Seniors Programs
Help keep seniors on the Southern Gulf Islands engaged, active, and connected. Whether it’s supporting weekly lunches, helping explain tech, or simply sharing a conversation, volunteers make a big difference. Join us in supporting our elders across Saturna, Galiano, Mayne, and Pender.
- Computer and Tech Workshops
- Handicraft Workshops
- Information and Referrals/Helpline
- Storytelling
Youth Programs
Interested in youth programming? Step into a role that lets you channel your creativity, collaborate with a passionate team, and help make a lasting difference in the lives of young people across our communities.
- Youth Mentor
- Youth Program Leader
- Youth Program Event Assistant
Food Programs
From prepping community meals to supporting food security initiatives, our food programs help nourish the Southern Gulf Islands. Volunteers are essential, whether you love cooking, organizing, or delivering.
- Food Server
- Kitchen Helper
- Delivery Driver
Community Justice Programs
Be part of a team promoting justice, safety, and understanding. Help build trust through peacemaking, restorative justice, and dispute resolution while gaining new skills and expanding your community network.
- Coordinator Media Submissions
- Data Collection
- Grant Writer
- Social Media Promoter
Advisory Committees and Board
Want to shape the future of your community? Join an Advisory Committee or the Board of Directors to help voice local needs and guide the programs that support children, youth, and seniors at SGI Neighbourhood House.
Our Volunteers in Action
FAQ's
Yes! Just fill out the quick application on Better Impact, and our Volunteer Coordinator will match you to a job we think will match your interests and skill level.
Yes. We encourage you to spread the love, but please keep your availability and the expectations of each volunteer opportunity in mind. Remember, if you have questions about this, you can contact your volunteer coordinator.
Yes. We recommend visiting the site where you’d like to volunteer to meet the staff and explore the program that interests you before enrolling in the Volunteer Program at SGINH.
Please follow up with our volunteer coordinator via email at volunter@sginh.ca. The Volunteer Coordinator is also available for Q&A in person at 4605 Bedwell Harbour Rd #31, Pender Island, BC, Mon-Fri from 10 am to 4 pm.
Yes, volunteering with us counts towards your graduation requirement! Just be sure to fill in your hours in Better Impact.