Here, you will find a collection of food related opportunities for youth. This may be volunteer positions, jobs, committee members, etc.
LEADERSHIP TEAM VOLUNTEERS
yOUTH POLLINATOR LEADERSHIP TEAM- POLLINATOR PARTNERSHIP CANADA
The Pollinator Leadership Team is a select group of youth from the Victoria region that will connect with the community and inspire change. Get free training and mentorship from local scientists, work with local organizations, create a pollinator garden in downtown Victora, gain outreach and leadership skills. Training time ~10 hours + ~30 hours volunteer time required over the duration of the program. Click here for the poster and information on how to apply.
VOLUNTEERS
CENTRAL SAANICH COMMUNITY GARDENS
Central Saanich Community Gardens are looking for people who can contribute a minimum of 1-5 hrs per week. Some of the positions include tech, arts, social media, communications, project manager, garden manager, etc. For more details on all the positions, click here.
GROUP MEMBER
tHE gOOD foOD nETWORK lEADERSHIP GROUP
The Good Food Network joins numerous organizations and individuals across the capital region with the shared purpose of connecting and aligning our efforts and work together towards a healthy and sustainable food system in our region. Want to join the group and represent what youth need within our region? Email lajah@crfair.ca
VOLUNTEERS
Community food support
Community Food Support is looking for volunteers to fill driving shifts for Tuesdays around Noon. There are also some opportunities for those who are unable to drive. You are welcome to submit your info even if Tuesday doesn't work for you, and they will keep the entire volunteer list in the loop about new volunteer opportunities. For more information, click here.
VOLUNTEERS
The Greater Victoria Green Team
The Greater Victoria Green Team is a regional-wide environmental volunteer program and is part of the National Charity Green Teams of Canada. We are a group of people from all over the Greater Victoria area who get together to help restore our local environment in the Capital Regional District. For more information, click here.
VOLUNTEERS
LIFE CYCLES
Volunteer with Life Cycles to help people take care of our region’s fruit trees! For more information, click here.
BOARD MEMBERS
UVIC CAMPUS COMMUNITY GARDEN
If you are a UVIC Student and would like to get involved with the Campus Community Garden click here to find out more about how to become a board member.
VOLUNTEERS
UVIC CAMPUS COMMUNITY GARDEN
If you are a UVIC Student and would like to get involved with the Campus Community Garden click here to find out more about how to volunteer at work parties!
BOARD MEMBERS
UVIC SUSTAINABILITY PROJECT
The UVSP is a student run organization that works to promote sustainability on and off campus. If you are a UVIC Student and would like to get involved with the UVSP, click here to find out more about the UVSP, and contact sustainability@uvic.ca for more information on how to get involved and become a board member.
VOLUNTEERS
COMPOST EDUCATION CENTER
Get involved with the Compost Education Center! For information on how to volunteer to and stay updated, check our their website here.
VOLUNTEERS
VIRCS WELCOME GARDENS
To learn more about the VIRCS welcome gardens check out this page. To inquire about volunteering email volunteer@vircs.bc.ca.
VOLUNTEERS
RED CEDAR CAFE
The Red Cedar Cafe is always looking for Volunteers to assist with meal delivery, meal prep, packaging, dish washing and cleaning. Check out their volunteer form here.