Volunteering with Hi Neighbour
Ever wanted to make a difference or share some local love in your community but didn't know where to start? We're here to help!
United Way's Hi Neighbour initiative helps residents create a positive impact in their communities and make a difference in ways that matter most to them. We call these opportunities Acts of Local Love.
We're inviting you to get involved! Join our Hi Neighbour volunteer team and make a difference in your community!
About this event
Hi Neighbour, South Coquitlam is hosting a family-friendly celebration of diversity and inclusion! Join us at our Multicultural Spring Celebration on Sunday, April 2, at Societe Francophone (French Society-938 Brunette Ave. Suite #200) in Coquitlam. We're expecting a big turnout, and we're looking for volunteers who can help us create a little magic and make this event a success!
Families are welcome to volunteer together!
Contact: Erinn
Here's how you'll help:
We need six volunteers to help us with a variety of tasks.
- All volunteers help with pre-event tasks: setting up tables, chairs, food and craft stations
- 1-2 volunteers help with registration at the check-in table
- Two volunteers oversee the craft stations by keeping them organized and clear of debris. Volunteers will not directly supervise children.
- One volunteer to assist the Easter Bunny mascot (this may include helping the mascot with the costume and guiding them to greet children)
- Two volunteers oversee the food station by keeping it clean, tidy and well-stocked.
- All volunteers help with post-event tasks: collapsing tables, and chairs, clearing up food and craft stations, picking up trash and sorting recyclable items
There will be some lifting and moving items related to these tasks. Please notify Erinn if you have a back injury or are unable to lift items weighing up to 10kg, and you will be assigned to other tasks.
Other important information:
- This is was an outdoor activity, but due to the forecasted weather for that day the event has been moved to the Societe Francophone de Maillardville at 938 Brunette Ave. Suite #200.
- Please wear comfortable, close-toed shoes, as you will be required to stand for extended periods of time.
- There will be no place to store personal belongings - please only bring what you can carry with you.
- Please arrive a few minutes before to meet Erinn (wearing a red United Way t-shirt) and familiarize yourself with your tasks.
- Snacks and refreshments will be provided to volunteers.
- Families are welcome to volunteer together.
Registration:
- Sign-up through iVolunteer is required.
- Volunteers must read and sign the volunteer waiver in iVolunteer.
- Volunteers who have not registered through iVolunteer will not be permitted to volunteer.
Health and wellness:
If you are unwell on the day of the event, please contact Erinn. Please stay home and do not volunteer.
