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Call for volunteers

We’re actively recruiting volunteers for several roles involving occasional physical tasks around our campus. These are great opportunities to support our community. 

If you’re interested in any of these volunteer opportunities, please email moc[at]vanu[dot]ca

SNOW REMOVAL: SNOW DAYS TEAM (up to 8 members)

In addition to our walkways, ramps, and courtyard, the Vancouver Unitarians are responsible for shoveling the city sidewalks around our campus at 49th and Oak. We’re looking for volunteers to help on snow days. 

Requirements: Under 80 years of age (insurance requirement). Volunteers will be expected to arrive as early as 8 a.m. on snow days.  

Volunteer responsibilities: Shovel sidewalks and courtyard walkways on snow days. There will be a new snow blower machine, and opportunities for volunteer training.

Estimated time: 1 to 3 hours up to several times a year 

Staff support: Our head caretaker will be in touch with the volunteer team to coordinate. 

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SANCTUARY CHAIR WRANGLER TEAM  (up to 8 members)

For special services and other occasions, the Vancouver Unitarians occasionally need to rapidly reconfigure the chairs in our Sanctuary. We’re looking for volunteers to help move and arrange chairs. 

Requirements: Strong backs and able to follow plans for regular set up and special set-up of chairs. Under 80 years of age (insurance requirement). 

Estimated time: 1.5 hours several times per year

Staff support: Our head caretaker will be in touch with the volunteer team to coordinate. 

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ART-WORK INSTALLERS TEAM

Working under the direction of the Art Committee, volunteers are needed to hang and uninstall art pieces in the Sanctuary, Hewett Hall, and Fireside Room. 

Requirements: Under 80 years of age (insurance requirement). 

Estimated time: 2 hours approximately every three months

Note: Staff will connect you with the Art Committee lead volunteers.