Become a Volunteer
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with People For a Healthy Community!
Volunteer in the Community
We have a range of volunteer roles at PHC and work with a variety of demographics on the island. From seniors luncheons and day programs to gardening to sorting food recovery from Nesters to serving on our Board of Directors to making a hot lunch for the elementary school kids, there is a little bit of something for everyone. Days of the week vary depending on the program you volunteer in but typically, all volunteer roles are available during business hours on weekdays. Check out a few examples of volunteer positions further down the page. ​
Examples of Volunteer Opportunities
$600
Sorting vegetables that Nester’s can no longer sell, and reducing waste by diverting the food back to people, animals, or compost for our gardens.​​
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Food Recovery
$600
Support growing food for our community members and the garden program we offer at GES. Grow food for us in your garden at home, or start some seedlings to get transplanted to our garden.
Gardening
$600
Greet and socialize with our seniors, serve lunch and refreshments, assist with room set-up and take-down, perhaps even be the entertainment!​​
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Senior's Monthly Luncheon
VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT
Paula
Meals on Wheels Volunteer
Meet Paula — our Thursday superstar at The Commons Kitchen! Every week, she leads a team of volunteers to whip up around 50 delicious meals for our Gabriola neighbours through the Meals on Wheels program.
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Paula’s heart for her community shines through in everything she does. She makes sure everyone’s needs are met, advocates for those who are vulnerable, and brings positivity and care to our team.​
We are so grateful for Paula’s dedication, energy, and big heart. Thank you, Paula, for keeping our kitchen running and our community nourished!