Vancouver Harmony Arts Festival - Volunteers Needed!

The District of West Vancouver are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to join us for this year's Harmony Arts Festival which is taking place on Augut 4th-13th.  Wide variety of volunteer opportunities for all ages and skill levels.


It is a great opportunity for students to become involved in their community and in the Arts.  


Available volunteer positions are posted on Better Impact. Please sign up or log in to Better Impact to view the open positions.


The Better Impact training session is scheduled for:

• Tuesday, June 27
• 5–6:30 p.m.
• at the Seniors' Activity Centre (Marine Room)

The training session is mandatory for all new volunteers. 


Please register online or phone (604) 925-7270 to register for activity #38728 to secure a spot in the training session. We look forward to seeing you there!


Looking for more information about volunteering at the Harmony Arts Festival? please email volunteer@harmonyarts.ca
 

Montgomery's Fish & Chips - Part Time Help

Part-time help wanted @ Montgomery's Fish & Chips Lonsdale Quay Market (Food Court)

 

• days needed are Saturday and Sundays with more day during summer break. 
• experience not necessary
• training is provided
• work will be: prep work, counter/customer work
• little bit of cooking

Starting times ranging from 10:00am to 2:00pm and ships would be 4 to 8 hours
Stop by and drop off resume or speak to Derrick or JamesMarket is open 7 dyas a week, 9:00am to 7:00pm


or email:  derekinbc@gmail.com

Vancouver Aquarium - Summer Work Experience Placement

Vancouver Aquarium is still accepting application for their summer work experience program throughout June.




Gallery Assistant
students will be working within a team of students and staff to create the ultimate visitor experience for all visitors.  Days will be filled with fun and varied customer service related tasks and you will have the opportunity to engage, amaze and inspire thousands of guests of all ages.


Interpretative Delivery
students will be working alongside experienced staff members and volunteers to engage with the public by sharing our animal stories and conservation messaging.  Will assist with the handling of small animals for public programming.


Marine Educator Aqua Camps
Students will gain experience working with children in an educational setting, work on their communication and leadership skills, develop a sense of teamwork and explore career options.


To apply and attend an info session, contact:
Zoe Jackson
Coordinator, Volunteer Services & Youth Programs
Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre
Zoe.jackson@vanaqua.org
604-659-3478

Leith Wheeler Stanley Park Open - Volunteers Needed!

Volunteer with Tennis BC

Leith Wheeler Stanley Park Open

June 30th - July 16th, 2017

 

The Stanley Park Open is the largest grassroots public court tennis tournament in North America and is British Columbia’s premier tennis event. The tournament begins on June 30th and concludes on July 16th.

Joining the LWSPO team is a fabulous opportunity for students or adults to gain work experience and obtain volunteer hours this summer!

 

Shifts are available June 28-July 17, 2017

 

We are looking for positive & energetic individuals to help with moving, set up, welcome desk, check in desk, court monitoring, photography/social media, court maintenance, food concession and more!

 

Volunteers will receive

• Tournament shirt
• Meal Voucher
• Volunteer Certificate
• Invaluable work experience for job resumes and college applications

 

Join us in making this event a huge success, by signing up for shifts Tennis Volunteer ! 

 

 

or please contact Christine Olejnik at volunteer@tennisbc.org for more details on how to get involved!

PNE Food Concession (Jimmy's Lunch) - Paid Work

Looking for some extra summer cash?

 

Jimmy's Lunch at the PNE are looking for students during the period of August 19th - September 4th to help out in their food concession.  

 

• They require students to commit the 2 full weeks of employment
• must be available to work most weekdays and weekends are a must
• pay is minimum wage
• at least 14 years old
• no experience is necessary but need someone who has great attitude and lots of energy
• must speak fluent English

 

Email parsonspne@gmail.com

 

 

Pedal Heads - Summer Camps Volunteers & Paid Instructors

Pedalheads are running Summer Camps 2017

 

we are looking for students:

• in grades 10-12 (17 or older) to apply as paid instructors
• in grades 8-9 to apply as volunteers

 

Camp Locations:

• Vancouver (Pt. Grey) @ Jericho Hill Centre
• North Vancouver (Lynn Valley) @ Brockton Preparatory School

Paid instructor position:

• No previous instructor experience necessary, if you can ride a bike, we want to hear from you.
• Instruct children from the beginner biking stage all the way to more advanced skill levels (road riding and mountain biking)
• First Aid is a major asset
• Must have access to a bike and helmet

Perks of the job:

• Great addition to resume
• Great experience working with kids
• Work outside
• Ride a bike at work!
• Work with friends
• Make some money over the break
• Receive a reference letter upon work completion

Details of the volunteer position:

• Volunteers (Jr. Instructors) will assist instructors with teaching kids of various biking skill levels (ex. Setting up obstacle courses and riding with classes)
• Must be available for at least one full week of half day camps
• All those that apply to become volunteers (grade 8’s and 9’s) will be accepted!

Apply today:   bchiring@pedalheads.com

Contact:

Taylor Williams

BC Hiring Coordinator

bchiring@pedalheads.com

Office 1.888.886.6464 Tel 604.874.6464

NV District Public Library - Teen Tech Tutors

 

 

 

The North Vancouver District Public Library is seeking Teen Tech Tutors this summer.  Duties include assisting adults to explore the library's digital resources and provide help with technology and computer-related questions.  If you are in grade 10, 11 or 12 in Fall 2017, can mentor, are patient and willing to engage and interact with adults and seniors, apply now!

 

Training: Wednesday July 5th   2:30 to 3:30pm Lynn Valley Library

 

Capilano Library  
Mondays 2-4pm
July 10 to 31

 

Parkgate Library
Tuedays 2-4pm
July 11-August 8

 

Lynn Valley Library
Wednesdays 10am -12pm
July 12 to August 9

 

 

Interested?  Submit to Rebekah Adams by June 30, 2017 the following:

 

• cover letter
• resume
• library branch you wish to work at

Rebekah Adams
Teen Engagement Librarian
604-984-0286 ext 8176
adamssr@nvdpl.ca

 

Vancouver Film School Summer Intensives 2017

If they’re truly serious about a career in the entertainment and creative media arts industries, the VFS Summer Intensives are the best way for them to get started right now!

We call them intensives for a reason: Come spend one week up to your virtual eyeballs in creative media production. Whether in acting, animation, film production, or video game development, you’ll work with industry-leading teachers and mentors living and working the dream.


AVAILABLE INTENSIVES

Acting for Film + Television
July 10 – 14, July 24 – 28 - $500 (CAD)

Animation + Visual Effects
July 24 – 28 - $825 (CAD)

Film Production
 July 17 – 21 - $825 (CAD)

Game Design
July 31 – August 4 - $825 (CAD)

Introduction to Film, Animation + Design (Foundation)
July 10 – 14 - $500 (CAD)

Makeup Design for Film + Television
July 31 – August 4 - $825 (CAD)

Writing for Film and Television
July 10 – 14 - $825 (CAD)

Details + Price

• Reserve now and we will contact you shortly for payment
• Applicants must be 16 years old at start of intensives
• Language requirement: Intermediate-level English (minimum requirement of IELTS 4.5)

Combine + Save

• Get 15% off when you take two or more intensives.
• Apply to a full-time VFS program within 24 months of taking a Summer Intensive, and the cost of up to two intensives will be applied to your full-time tuition upon enrolment.

REGISTER Now!

North Shore Neighbourhood House - Summer Programs Volunteers

Summer Camp Programs

 

  

The North Shore Neighbourhood House and its partner John Braithwaite are in need of volunteers this summer.  Volunteers are needed to engage elementary school aged children to help with the following:

 

• Summer Break Art Camps
• Summer Basketball Camps

 

 

If you are interested in being a volunteer, please fill out a volunteer application www.nsnh.bc.ca – go under get involved – volunteering and submit a volunteer application.

Or contact:

Amal Hasan

Volunteer Services Coordinator
North Shore Neighbourhood House
John Braithwaite Community Centre
225 East 2nd street
North vancouver BC  V7L 1C4
Direct: 604-987-8138 ext 202
C:604-710-9226
ahasan@nsnh.bc.ca www.nsnh.bc.ca

Sears Capilano - Hiring

SEARS in Capilano Mall are actively hiring at this time as we will be going through a huge renovation/transformation in the summer months and we're looking for some fresh faces!  

With students looking for summer work, and maybe sooner, we would be happy to meet them.

 

We are hiring for the following positions:

• Brand Ambassador/Sales Floor Associate
• Merchandise Flow Associate/Shipping Receiving Associate

Our minimum age requirement is 16. We do not require a minimum work experience level. 

Interested students are welcome to apply online or in person at the store. 

Contact Person:

Sarah KhanHuman Resources Lead
Brentwood #1836 /   604-299-5511 x 410

Capilano #1816 /  604-985-7722 x 410
skhan87@sears.ca

Family Services North Shore - STEM Fair

Sat, 8 July 2017

1:00 PM – 4:30 PM PDT

Carson Graham Secondary School
2145 Jones Avenue
North Vancouver, BC V7M 2W7




Family Services of the North Shore invites you to the North Shore Youth STEM fair! We've partnered up with UBC Engcite and Geering Up Programs to bring you this community event which includes several highly interactive activities.  A panel of speakers will cap the afternoon with a chance to ask questions.


If you like science, or are interested in technology, or wonder how things work and are put together and/or enjoy math, then this is for you!


What's your STEM?!




Register Now!   STEM Free Registration

Saks Fifth Avenue - Hiring

We’re Hiring for our NEW store in PARK ROYAL, West Vancouver!

Do you have a passion for selling, fashion and delighting the customer?

Look for our job postings online for the following positions:

• Part Time Selling Associates
• Part Time Receiving/Operations Associates
• Full Time Asset Protection Investigator
• Temporary Operations Associates

Or send your resume to: donald.greig@hbc.com
For More Information Please Call 1-866-313-0551