The LightWaterDrums festival is just that—a festival celebrating culture and community with light (lanterns), water (Raincouver) and Drums. They need some volunteers for this event, particularly with set up of art installations around The Sanctuary at Hastings Park (Hastings between Renfrew and Cassiar) The Festival is a free community event with lantern procession around Sanctuary followed by free entertainment in Garden Auditorium. It will include lively music, fire dancers, drumming and more. Volunteers are required to start at 9am, 1pm or 5pm for an orientation, and are welcome to help...


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Position: Blog writer Organization: Vancouver East Cultural Centre For more than three decades, The Cultch has offered dynamic programming in contemporary theatre, dance and music by local, national and international artists. Working to enrich the social and cultural life of Vancouver, we continue to bring world-class cultural presentations to the public, while supporting the growth of emerging artists and companies, and facilitating dialogue between groups in the Lower Mainland, especially within our local community of East Vancouver. Position Description 1. Research and write one to two blog...


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The City of Vancouver is preparing for the 2011 – 2012 winter season, and are looking for some help. You can lend a hand by keeping sidewalks clear of ice and snow. The City of Vancouver requires all property owners and occupants (tenants) to clear ice and snow from the sidewalks adjacent to their property no later than 10 am after a snowfall (7 days a week). For some seniors and persons with disabilities moving snow can be difficult and even dangerous. Not clearing sidewalks can make streets unsafe and difficult for those with mobility issues. You and your community group can help: When...


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As winter comes and the months get increasingly colder, volunteers are needed to keep the streets safe and clear of hazards such as ice and snow.  The City of Vancouver requires all property owners and tenants to clear ice and snow from the sidewalks adjacent to their property no later than 10 am after a snowfall (7 days a week). For some seniors and persons with disabilities this task can be difficult and dangerous. You and your community group can help: When it snows, lend a hand to people in your neighbourhood who could use help shoveling their sidewalk. Adopt the sidewalk of a senior...


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Looking for a constructive way to help the environment? The Lower Mainland Green Team is a group of people from all over the Lower Mainland who get together once a month (sometimes more) to help an environmental group, non-profit organization, charity or city tackle an environmental issue that needs co-operation and teamwork to get done. Gloves and tools will be supplied as well as refreshments! If you care about the environment, this is the group for you. It is open to all ages. Some activities will include: • Pulling invasive plants that are overtaking our native flora • Planting...


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If you are looking to share your skills in Math, Socials, Science, and/or English with other students in grades 10, 11 and 12 who might need some extra help, then volunteer at the Get It Done Club! When: Wednesdays from 4pm – 6pm at the DRPC 1000 E 59 Avenue, on the east-side of Moberly Elementary School Application deadline: November 30, 2011 For more information on this volunteer opportunity, please visit http://www.vsb.bc.ca/engaged-immigrant-youth or contact Jennifer Reddy by phone (604) 713 5878 or email jreddy@vsb.bc.ca  


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Interested in traveling with a purpose? Want to make a positive, lasting impact on our world while challenging yourself? Then look no further! Global Agents is "Riding to Break the Cycle" again, and looking for adventurous individuals to join each of the 2012 international cycling tours. You can embark on an unforgettable journey riding 2500-kilometers from Amsterdam to Budapest, take on a rugged 2 week trek through Cambodia’s beautiful backcountry, or set out on a multisport adventure through Ecuador’s highlands and pristine west coast. Why join one of the 2012 bicycle tours? •...


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Application Closing Date: September 13, 2011 Position Title: Advertising Coordinator Location: Vancouver Job Scope: Who They Are After: They are after someone who has a proven track record in delivering quality results. As the Advertising Coordinator, you will have overall responsibility for coordinating all advertising campaigns: including print, cinema, radio, online, outdoor, transit, search engine advertising, and online lead generation (CPC and CPL) campaigns. A key part of this role is delivering results in search engine marketing. As such, this role demands...


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Volunteers are needed for Homelessness Action Week events throughout Metro Vancouver, BC and the Yukon starting in September 2011. There are a record number of events planned for people who are homeless this fall. Visit their website for more info at stophomelessness.ca Contact Name: Helesia Luke Contact Email: info@ethosstrategygroup.com Photo from www.thev3h.com


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Their organization believes that each person and community has unique assets that can be leveraged towards supporting youth and family to thrive and achieve their dreams. The agency offers support and programs that include: acareer and employment resource centre for youth, counseling and one to one support,volunteer and leadership opportunities, cultural supports and activities, an Aboriginal Resource Centre, tutoring and after school programs, school outreach and support programs, health and wellness supports and resources, and recreation activities and programs. Invitation to U-Connect Career...


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That offers a safe and supportive space in which young people can express their true selves through song writing and music. Enables young musicians to meet and collaborate with other artists, both professional and their own peers. Connects young songwriters with professional knowledgably mentors, as well as organize field trips to professional recording studios. Helps students learn together and stand together, forming a new generation of artists willing to make their world a better place through love and music. The Next Level Learning Center, in association with Tom Lee music, is a new program...


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Open Media is a not-for-profit Canadian organization that mission is advance and support a media communications system in Canada that adheres to the principles of access, choice, diversity, innovation and openness. OpenMedia.ca is a national, non-partisan, non-profit organization working to advance and support an open and innovative communications system in Canada. Our primary goal is to increase public awareness and informed participation in Canadian media, cultural, information, and telecommunication policy formation. We strive to make media and telecommunications more transparent, with broader...


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