If you’re interested in volunteering with summer camps and you have infinite energy, enjoy working with children or are eager to explore working with children, we invite you to join us for a memorable summer filled with new friendships and fun. Here‘s how you can get involved

1. Eligibility: Volunteers must be least 14 years of age before their first shift. To ensure the best fit and to help youth develop confidence and communication skills, we ask volunteers to contact us directly. Parents are encouraged to support their children by offering guidance and encouraging them through the process.
2. Commitment: Volunteers are required to commit to one full week minimum. Camps typically run 8:45am-4:15pm for full day camps, and morning and afternoon sessions for part day camps.
3. Application Process: See the “Volunteer application process” section below
4. Placement: Volunteers who have completed their volunteer application, may complete a Summer Camps 2026 Volunteer Preferences form.
   
   Placements will be made based upon organizational needs, volunteer and camp matches, and date of application. Priority will be given to returning volunteers. You will generally be placed with a camp where there is at least a 3-year age gap between yourself and the campers. To increase the chances of getting your preferred camp placements, submit your preferences form as early as possible. Assignments will be confirmed in early June.
5. Training: We train volunteers prior to camp to ensure you have the information and support to have the best summer. Attendance at training is mandatory. If you cannot attend training, you will not be eligible to volunteer for summer camps. New volunteers must attend new volunteer training. Returning summer camp volunteers can choose between new or returning camp training. If you are unable to make the set training sessions (schedule coming soon) but want to volunteer, contact volunteer@nvrc.ca to discuss.

We look forward to having you on our team and making this summer unforgettable!

Be part of something special!

The brand-new Harry Jerome Community Recreation Centre is opening soon—and NVRC is looking for awesome volunteers to be part of it!

As a Volunteer Host, you’ll greet guests, help with tours, and make sure everyone feels welcome from the moment they arrive. It’s a great way to meet people, have fun, and be part of something exciting in your community. No special experience needed—just bring your positive energy and a friendly smile! Orientation, opening date, and shift details coming soon! Interested in being part of the Volunteer Host team? Register today!

Volunteer Host

Role purpose 

Volunteer Hosts help create a welcoming, friendly and positive first impression for visitors at the new Harry Jerome Community Recreation Centre.

What we’re looking for

• Friendly, outgoing, and inclusive
• Positive attitude and willingness to help
• Team-oriented and reliable
• Able to stay calm and helpful in a busy environment
• Interest in community

Key responsibilities

• Welcome guests as they arrive at Harry Jerome Community Recreation Centre
• Provide directions and help guests find key areas of the facility
• Support and/or lead facility tours
• Share general information about the Harry Jerome spaces
• Help maintain a friendly, safe, and inclusive atmosphere

No experience needed
We’ll provide all the information you need—just bring your energy and enthusiasm!

Time commitment

• Shift details to be confirmed
• An orientation will be provided before your first shift

Why volunteer?

• Welcome guests to the new Harry Jerome Community Recreation Centre
• Meet new people and be part of opening a major new public facility
• Gain behind the scenes knowledge of the new centre.

We place volunteers in the following types of opportunities:

Aquatics
Qualified volunteers assist staff during swim lessons and may provide 1:1 support for participants who require additional support. Must be 15 years of age and have completed the Water Safety Instructor (WSI) course or Lifesaving Swim Instructor Program.

Please note: If you are working towards your WSI practicum hours, please contact the aquatic supervisor at the location you are interested in volunteering with directly. WSI practicum hours require specific criteria to be met and are not considered volunteer hours. 

Early years 
Help our very young ones (2-6 years) build their independence, develop social skills and practice some skills. From finger painting, to playing in the outdoors, see the wonder of the world through a little one’s eyes again. Most programs are daytime and require a 4-6 month commitment. 

Fitness
Volunteers assist with specialty fitness classes (including both dryland and aquatic fitness classes). Examples of the type of classes volunteers participate in include Aquatic Therapy classes and Active Rehab programs. Volunteers in these programs support participants who have had a neurological incident such as a stroke or are living with Parkinson’s disease, have had or are waiting for a joint replacement (opportunities may vary). This is an ideal position for someone with a background in or interest in the field of rehabilitation therapy (must be 17 or over).

General recreation
Art, basketball, soccer, skating, out-of-school programs and so much more. If you have a skill or a passion related to a program we offer, connect with us and we will work with you to try to find a suitable fit!

Special events
Volunteers are an integral part of our special events.  From holiday celebrations, summer concerts to youth events. If you love special events, get connected with us. 

Volunteers must be 14 years of age or above and some positions require older minimum age requirements and/or certifications. 

If you are interested in volunteering with us, please follow the steps below. All applicants, including potential summer camp volunteers, need to complete all the steps outlined below.

Step 1: Complete the online application form.

• The first step is to fill-out the online application form.
• Follow the steps to under 'I am new to MyImpactPage.com.'  

Step 2: Complete a minimum of two references.
You have the option to:

• Have two references complete the reference template (print two) on your behalf.
• Provide your references’ contact information for us to contact (which, in our experience, often takes longer).
• Use reference letter(s) that you have already.

Your references should have known you for a minimum of six months and be able to speak to your work habits. Examples of a reference include: a previous employer, a teacher, coach, etc. Family members and friends are not accepted as references.

Step 3: Print, read, complete and sign the agreement form. 
Print, read and complete the volunteer agreement form. If you are under 18 years of age, please have your parent or guardian sign it.

Step 4: Visit the RCMP detachment to complete your police information check. 

• Print and complete the police information check application form.
• Print the police information check letter from NVRC.

• Bring a copy of your police information check application form and police information check letter to your local RCMP office.  
  Please note: 

  You must apply for your police information check in the jurisdiction in which you reside. If you live in North Vancouver, you must apply in North Vancouver. If you reside in Burnaby, you must apply in Burnaby, etc. The North Vancouver RCMP detachment is on East 14th Street between Lonsdale and St. Georges Avenues. 

  The RCMP requires two pieces of identification. If you do not bring them with you, you will not be able to apply. Acceptable identification: Go Card (student ID), passport (in English only), driver’s license, birth certificate, citizenship card, NEXUS pass, student or work visa (NOT a Visa credit card), BCID card, permanent residence card, firearms acquisition certificate. Note: Care Cards and Social Insurance Number Cards are not acceptable forms of identification. 

• You cannot submit the application form to us, you must provide it to the RCMP directly. Once completed, please upload a copy of your processed police Information check to your profile. 

Step  5: Complete NVRC's photo/video release form 
Completing the photo/video release form gives us permission to use any photos or videos taken of you during the course of your volunteering in our marketing materials or on our digital channels.

Step 6: Upload all forms to your volunteer profile
Once you have completed all of the above steps, please scan and upload all of your documents to your volunteer profile. 

Step 7: Orientation session
Applicants must attend a mandatory Orientation Session prior to becoming an accepted volunteer. You can register for and attend a session at any time during your application process. Orientation Sessions are regularly scheduled and applicants will be invited to register.

Step 8: Please email volunteer@nvrc.ca to let us know you have uploaded your forms. We look forward to working with you. 

For more information or assistance, contact volunteer@nvrc.ca.

If you have any questions or would like more information about volunteering at NVRC, please contact:

Susie McLenaghan
Volunteer Services Supervisor
604-983-6345
volunteer@nvrc.ca