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Description
Join our team at Tonari Gumi – Japanese Community Volunteers Association and support our senior programs behind the scenes! We are looking for volunteers to help update and organize our songbooks used in music activities.

Our current songbooks include many songs but need to be cleaned up, reorganized, and updated for easier use.

Volunteers in this role will:

Review and organize existing songbook content
Search for song lyrics and information as needed
Edit and format documents using a computer
Help create clear, user-friendly songbooks for programs

We are looking for volunteers who:

Are comfortable using a computer (e.g., Word, Google Docs)
Have basic research skills (searching for songs online)
Can read and write Japanese (required)
Are detail-oriented and organized

What you’ll gain:

Experience working on a meaningful project supporting senior programs
Opportunities to use and develop computer and organizational skills
A flexible volunteer role that can be done remotely

This role can be done remotely, with occasional communication with staff as needed.

Volunteers in this role will attend an interview and orientation session.

If you’re interested, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator at programs@tonarigumi.ca.

Description
Join our team at Tonari Gumi – Japanese Community Volunteers Association and support our programs behind the scenes! We are looking for a volunteer to assist with data entry, database management, and data clean-up to help keep our records accurate and up to date.

Volunteers in this role will:

Enter and update data in our system
Review and clean up existing records for accuracy
Organize and maintain digital files and databases
Support administrative tasks as needed

We are looking for volunteers who:

Are comfortable using a computer (e.g., Microsoft Office)
Have experience with databases (e.g., DonorPerfect or similar software is an asset)
Can read and write Japanese (required)
Are detail-oriented and organized

Requirements:
Criminal record check

Schedule:
Volunteer shifts are flexible between 9:30 am – 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday.

What you’ll gain:
Experience working in a nonprofit environment
Opportunities to develop administrative and database management skills
A flexible volunteer role with supportive staff

Volunteers in this role will attend an interview and orientation session.

If you’re interested, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator at programs@tonarigumi.ca

Description
Join our team at Tonari Gumi – Japanese Community Volunteers Association and bring the joy of music to our senior community! We are looking for a volunteer Handbell Instructor to lead a fun and engaging activity for seniors.

Volunteers in this role will:

Lead a handbell session for seniors (beginner-friendly)
Prepare simple songs or exercises suitable for group participation
Create a welcoming, inclusive, and enjoyable atmosphere
Encourage participation and support seniors with different skill levels

We are looking for volunteers who:

Have experience with handbells or general music knowledge (preferred, not required)
Enjoy working with seniors in a group setting
Are patient, friendly, and encouraging
Can commit to a regular schedule (weekday daytime preferred)
Japanese-speaking volunteers are especially welcome, but not required

What you’ll gain:

Experience leading a music-based community program
Opportunities to connect with seniors and support their well-being
A rewarding and meaningful volunteer experience

Volunteers in this role will attend an interview and orientation session.

If you’re interested, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator at programs@tonarigumi.ca.

Description
Join our team at Tonari Gumi – Japanese Community Volunteers Association and help keep our seniors active and engaged! We are looking for a volunteer Line Dance Instructor to lead a fun and easy-to-follow class.

Volunteers in this role will:

Lead beginner-friendly line dance sessions for seniors
Teach simple routines at a comfortable pace
Ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all participants
Encourage movement, participation, and enjoyment

We are looking for volunteers who:

Have experience with line dancing or group fitness (preferred)
Are energetic, patient, and supportive
Enjoy working with seniors
Can commit to a regular schedule (weekday daytime preferred)
Japanese-speaking volunteers are especially welcome, but not required

What you’ll gain:

Experience leading a group activity
Opportunities to promote health and well-being in the community
A fun and rewarding volunteer experience

Volunteers in this role will attend an interview and orientation session.

If you’re interested, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator at programs@tonarigumi.ca.

Volunteer Drivers Are Needed to pick up and deliver hot meals to senior clients living in their own home and/or facility, for reasons of age and mobility issues are unable to prepare meals for themselves.  Tonari Gumi - Japanese Community Volunteers Association prepares Bento-style Japanese lunch and deliver on Tuesdays, 50 times a year.  This service not only deliver meals to valuable seniors, also provides social connections and assistance if needed.

We are looking for volunteers to help deliver meals in Vancouver, West/North Vancouver, Richmond, Burnaby, New Westminster and Coquitlam area.

Description

Pick up meals from our office in Vancouver at 10:30 am to deliver Vancouver, North/West Vancouver, and Richmond.  Meet up at the parking lot in Burnaby at 11 am to deliver Burnaby, New Westminster and Coquitlam.

We provide delivery cooler with instructions, i.e. clients' information and notes as needed.  

Communicate with Tonari Gumi staff regarding client concerns, undeliverable meals, etc.  Initial training and mileage reimbursement will be provided.  

Skills, Experience, Qualifications

Access to own vehicle

Current driver's license

Good knowledge of how to navigate delivery route

Time Commitment

Tuesdays, except two Tuesdays during Christmas and New Year, between 10:30 am to 12:30 pm.

Seeking both regular and on call volunteers, with minimum 3 months commitment.

All volunteers are required to complete a volunteer application process with Tonari Gumi, includes a volunteer application form, informal interview, in-person/online orientation.