Volunteer for Education and Literacy Groups in British Columbia

Literacy Victoria
930A Yates St, Victoria, British Columbia V8V4Z3

Literacy Victoria (LV) helps adult learners improve their reading, writing, math, computer, and other essential skills. All of our learner services are free of charge. Having low literacy skills truly affects almost every aspect of a person's life. Our goal is to help some of the most marginalized members of our community so that they develop sufficient skills to enjoy life fully and function effectively in this society.

Keywords: Education and Literacy · Adult Learning

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M.L.E. Training and Research Society
550 Thompson Ave, Coquitlam, British Columbia V3J3Z8

The Mediated Learning Academy is a new and innovative school for children from Kindergarten to Grade Twelve. Children learn through mediated learning experiences and "brain-based" teaching. Sponsored by the Variety Learning Centre, the Mediated Learning Academy thrives through small, focused classes.

Keywords: Education and Literacy · Children and Youth

Volunteer Profile of M.L.E. Training and Research Society

McCreary Centre Society
3552 Hastings Street East, Vancouver, British Columbia V5K 2A7

The McCreary Centre Society is a non-government not-for-profit committed to improving the health of BC youth through research, education and community based projects. Founded in 1977, the Society sponsors and promotes a wide range of activities and research to identify and address the health needs of young people in the province.

Keywords: Health · First Nation and Aboriginal Peoples · Education and Literacy · Children and Youth

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Meadowridge School Society
12224 - 240th Street, Maple Ridge, British Columbia V4R1N1

Meadowridge School is more than just an educational institution, we are a community committed to learning. Hear from our students, staff, parents and alumni as they articulate in their own words who we are as a community.

Keywords: Education and Literacy · Children and Youth

Volunteer Profile of Meadowridge School Society

Mennonite Educational Institute
4081 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford, British Columbia V4X2M8

MEI Schools prepare young people to live a life of excellence through service to God's kingdom and society as faithful disciples of Christ. Our mission serves as the focal point for everything we do, ensuring that MEI provides an enriching and life-shaping experience.

Keywords: Education and Literacy · Children and Youth

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Mosqoy
21 Dallas Road, Suite 21, Victoria, British Columbia V8V4Z9

Mosqoy is a registered Canadian charitable organization that works in remote communities of the Peruvian Andes, offering opportunities for economic development while nurturing the threatened Indigenous Quechua culture.

Keywords: International · Education and Literacy · Children and Youth · Arts and Culture

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Mountain View Conservation & Breeding Centre Society
23898 Rawlison Crescent, Langley, British Columbia V1M3R6

Mountain View Conservation is a B.C. non-profit society, whose mission is to save B.C. and Canadian wildlife from extinction by operating `breed and return` conservation programs for rare & endangered 'red-listed' wildlife species, and to offer public awareness & educational programs about these endangered species.

Keywords: Wildlife · Rescue and Adoption · Environment · Education and Literacy · Children and Youth · Animals

Volunteer Profile of Mountain View Conservation & Breeding Centre Society

National Student Network
Vancouver, British Columbia

The NSN is a supportive online network that empowers youth across Canada to become agents of positive social change by connecting them to meaningful opportunities and personalized mentorship.

Keywords: Education and Literacy · Children and Youth

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Neil Squire Society
2250 Boundary Road, Suite 220, Burnaby, British Columbia V5M3Z3

The Neil Squire Society is the only national not-for-profit organization in Canada that has for over twenty-five years empowered Canadians with physical disabilities

Keywords: Independence · Employment and Careers · Education and Literacy · Disabled

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New Learning Society
4196 West 4th Ave., Jericho Hill Center, Vancouver, British Columbia V6J4M1

Pacific Spirit School (PSS) is an inclusive, independent, K-7 school located at Jericho Hill Centre, a parkland setting adjacent to Jericho Beach in Point Grey. It is one of many independent schools BC has to offer. PSS offers a small class environment where the BC Core Curriculum is met or exceeded.

Keywords: Education and Literacy · Children and Youth

Volunteer Profile of New Learning Society

Okanagan Regional Library District
1430 KLO Road, Kelowna, British Columbia V1W3P6

The mission of the Okanagan Regional Library is to provide equitable access to relevant educational, recreational, and cultural library resources in order to enhance and enrich the lives of community residents.

Keywords: Libraries · Education and Literacy

Volunteer Profile of Okanagan Regional Library District

One to One Literacy Society
1130 Keefer Street, Room 204 Seymour Elementary School, Vancouver, British Columbia V6A1Z3

The ONE TO ONE Literacy program began in 1989 as a collaboration between the Vancouver School Board and the Junior League of Greater Vancouver. We celebrated our 25th anniversary last year, and are proud of our 325 volunteer tutors who annually provide thousands of hours of reading support to over 1,500 children in 82 schools throughout the Vancouver, North Vancouver and Burnaby School Districts.

Keywords: Education and Literacy · Children and Youth

Volunteer Profile of One to One Literacy Society

Pacific Rim Whale Festival Society
381 Main St., Tofino, British Columbia V0R2Z0

The Pacific Rim Whale Festival is an annual event that attracts people form all over Vancouver Island, and relies on the help of volunteers to create an engaging, family-friendly event.

Keywords: Festival · Environment · Education and Literacy

Volunteer Profile of Pacific Rim Whale Festival Society

Penticton Public Library
785 Main Street, Penticton, British Columbia V2A5E3

Our library is a thriving presence, responsive and connected to our diverse community through innovative services, outreach and partnerships.

Keywords: Libraries · Education and Literacy

Volunteer Profile of Penticton Public Library

Prince George Public Library Board
887 Dominion St, Prince George, British Columbia V2L5L1

The Prince George Public Library Board of Directors consists of nine members, all appointed by Prince George City Council. Eight members of the community are appointed for two year terms, and one City Councillor is appointed for a one year term. A member is eligible for re-appointment, but no member may serve for more than eight consecutive years. Board members must be residents of the City of Prince George and must be over the age of 18.

Keywords: Libraries · Education and Literacy

Volunteer Profile of Prince George Public Library Board

Prince Rupert Library
101 6th Ave. West, Prince Rupert, British Columbia V8J4H6

The board is made up of eight citizens, appointed by Mayor and Council, and one Council representative. The Chief Librarian serves as Secretary. The Prince Rupert Public Library Board is a corporate body responsible for the operation of the library. It operates under the authority of the British Columbia Provincial Statue, Library Act.

Keywords: Libraries · Education and Literacy

Volunteer Profile of Prince Rupert Library

Reachout to Africa
1050 Bowron Court, Suite 301, North Vancouver, British Columbia V7H2X6

Reachout To Africa is a Christian registered Canadian charity, humanitarian organization dedicated to providing financial and logistical aid to communities and vulnerable children of Southern Africa.

Keywords: International · Education and Literacy

Volunteer Profile of Reachout to Africa

Rock Solid Foundation
1229 Esquimalt Road, Victoria, British Columbia V9A3P1

The Rock Solid Foundation (RSF) is a registered charity that was started in Esquimalt BC in 1998. RSF collaborates with the University of Victoria to develop and support the evidence based WITS Programs. WITS stands for the strategies - Walk away, Ignore, Talk it Out, and Seek Help. It is a bullying prevention program for children widely used in elementary schools.

Keywords: Education and Literacy · Children and Youth

Volunteer Profile of Rock Solid Foundation

Schools Beyond Borders Foundation
3225 Stonegate Court, Westbank, British Columbia V4T1A7

Schools Beyond Borders is a non-profit organization that creates "sister" relationships between schools in North America and underdeveloped countries. First world school students gain a new understanding of the developing world, and learn to model good global citizenship. Students in developing countries receive much-needed financial support, and even more importantly, a sense of hope, knowing that others truly care about them. The program encourages lifelong friendships for a better global future.

Keywords: International · Education and Literacy

Volunteer Profile of Schools Beyond Borders Foundation

Sergeant Larry Young Memorial Scholarship
2120 Cambie St, Vancouver, British Columbia V5Z4N6

In February of 1987, Sergeant Larry Young was a team leader in the Vancouver Police Emergency Response Team (ERT). ERT is a highly trained and heavily armed squad that handles all high-risk arrests involving the possibility of armed suspects. Sergeant Young was also one of the founders of the Vancouver Police ERT and helped to write the training manual.

Keywords: Scholarships · Education and Literacy

Volunteer Profile of Sergeant Larry Young Memorial Scholarship

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