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Photographer (Volunteer Cancer Drivers Society – VCDS)

Overview:

We’re looking for a volunteer photographer to help capture the story of VCDS, our volunteers, patients, and community.

Through thoughtful, respectful images, you’ll help bring to life the compassion and connection at the heart of what we do.

What You’ll Do:

Photograph VCDS events, volunteer gatherings, and community activitiesCapture images (with consent) at cancer treatment centres that reflect the patient journey and volunteer support.Take candid and lightly guided photos that highlight connection, care, and impactProvide a curated selection of edited, high-quality images for use in communications (website, social media, reports)Collaborate with the VCDS team on storytelling needs.

What We’re Looking For:

Experience in photography (professional or strong amateur). Strong eye for authentic, human moments.  Comfortable working in sensitive environments with empathy and discretion. Basic photo editing skills. Access to your own equipment. Willingness to follow privacy, consent, and confidentiality guidelines. Emotional readiness to be in healthcare-related settings.

Time Commitment:

Flexible, based on your availability and event schedule. Occasional weekday availability is helpful.

Why This Matters;

Your images help us tell powerful stories that connect with donors, partners, and the community, so more people can access the support they need.

What You’ll Gain:

A meaningful way to give back using your creative skills.Portfolio-building opportunities with real impact.Connection to a compassionate, purpose-driven community.

The Volunteer Cancer Drivers Society is a not-for-profit organization providing complimentary transportation for Fraser Valley and Greater Vancouver residents battling cancer.   We are supported solely by volunteers and donations!

To apply to with VCDS, fill in the form on this page: https://volunteercancerdrivers.ca/volunteer/other-volunteer-opportunities/

You'll be glad you did!

Overview:

We’re looking for a volunteer videographer to help tell the story of VCDS through short, impactful video. Your work will help bring voices, experiences, and moments to life in a way that deeply resonates with our community.

What you will do:

Film at VCDS events, volunteer activities, and community initiatives Capture short-form video (with consent) at cancer treatment centres that reflects the patient journey and volunteer support Create simple, compelling video content (e.g., short clips, reels, or highlight videos) Edit and deliver polished video assets for use on social media, presentations, and our websiteCollaborate with the VCDS team to align on messaging and storytelling priorities

What We’re Looking For:

Experience in videographer (professional or strong amateur). Strong eye for authentic, human moments.Ability to tell a clear, human story through video Comfortable working in sensitive environments with empathy and discretion. Basic video editing skills. Access to your own equipment. Willingness to follow privacy, consent, and confidentiality guidelines. Emotional readiness to be in healthcare-related settings.

Time Commitment:

Flexible, based on your availability and event schedule. Occasional weekday availability is helpful.

Why This Matters;

Video is one of the most powerful ways we connect with our audience. Your work will help us inspire support, raise awareness, and expand our impact.

What You’ll Gain:

A meaningful way to give back using your creative skills.Portfolio-building opportunities with real impact.Connection to a compassionate, purpose-driven community.

The Volunteer Cancer Drivers Society is a not-for-profit organization providing complimentary transportation for Fraser Valley and Greater Vancouver residents battling cancer.   We are supported solely by volunteers and donations!

To apply to with VCDS, fill in the form on this page: https://volunteercancerdrivers.ca/volunteer/other-volunteer-opportunities/

You'll be glad you did!

The Volunteer Cancer Drivers Society is a not-for-profit organization providing complimentary transportation for Fraser Valley and Lower Mainland residents battling cancer.   We are supported solely by volunteers and donations!

Come join us and help make a difference. Our team of volunteer drivers and dispatchers offers peace of mind for patients who may not have the means to drive to and from essential cancer treatments and cancer related medical appointments. The physical, emotional and financial burden is lifted knowing our friendly volunteers are only a call away. 

Drivers are required from across the Fraser Valley and Lower Mainland with a pressing need for drivers from Surrey, Burnaby, Vancouver and New Westminster areas. 

As a volunteer driver, you will be expected to have between 1 and 4 hours available at least one day a week Monday to Friday between 8 AM and 6 PM.  A drive entails you picking up the patient at their residence, driving to the treatment facility, waiting while the patient has their appointment and then driving them home again.  If the appointment is going to be long, the dispatcher may assign one drive for delivery and a second drive for pickup.

We offer:

Flexible Scheduling Mileage Allowance Complimentary Parking Safety Protocols

To apply to be a driver with VCDS, fill in the form on this page: https://volunteercancerdrivers.ca/driver-application

You'll be glad you did!

Description

Come join us and help make a difference. You can help cancer patients in need by joining our team of dedicated volunteers.  We are looking for Dispatchers to coordinate the assignment of cancer patient appointment requests to our drivers.  

VCDS is singularly focused on providing free, safe, reliable, compassionate transportation and peace of mind for Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley cancer patients who have no viable means of getting to their essential treatment.

For additional information or to apply to volunteer please visit www.volunteercanceerdivers.ca 

It takes a team of dedicated volunteers to make our service run smoothly, this role in instrumental in helping us support patients. The following positions work together to coordinate rides between cancer patient and the appropriate driver. These volunteer positions involve working from the comfort of your home and all necessary training is provided.

Dispatcher’s Role

Monitor our telephone and email systems for messages, retrieve cancer patient contact information and appointment details, and record the information in our scheduling application system Within 24 hours, contact patients to confirm their information, ascertain any special needs and reassure them that we will provide transportation Match your volunteer driver availability and assign rides as efficiently as possible

Relief Dispatchers Role

This position has the same responsibilities but, instead of being assigned to a specific region the Relief Dispatcher will work in various regions and fill in as needed when someone is away or needs assistance.

Patient Coordinators (PC)

PCs are only used in some regions – the PC is a support person that works closely with the Dispatcher. They do not assign rides to drivers.  They monitoring the requests coming into our automated phone system and record the information in our scheduling application system.  

 

Requirements:

Volunteers will need to:

Have a computer and have access to the internet Be comfortable entering data into our scheduling system Have compassion, patience and understanding in communicating with our cancer patients many of whom are elderly and often apprehensive and concerned Demonstrate flexibility in managing your cadre of volunteer drivers to ensure that all patient ride requests are fulfilled as efficiently as possible 

What’s in it for you?

Satisfaction of helping other in need during their incredibly difficult journey Work with a team of very dedicated people from many walks of life

 

To apply to be a dispatcher with VCDS, please fill in the form on this page: 

https://www.volunteercancerdrivers.ca/volunteer/dispatchers-application-form