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Volunteer at Nawican
Join Our Team
Volunteering at Nawican Friendship Centre is more than just giving your time—it’s about building community, making meaningful connections, and creating positive change. Your time and talents help sustain our programs and services while giving you the opportunity to develop new skills, meet incredible people, and make a real difference in the lives of community members.
What We’re Looking For
- Commitment and reliability – Follow through on your commitments and communicate if plans change
- Respect and inclusivity – Treat everyone with dignity and cultural sensitivity
- Positive attitude – Bring enthusiasm and willingness to learn
- Background check – Required for roles with children, youth, and Elders
No matter how much time you have, there’s a place for you at Nawican.
How to Become a Volunteer
In Person:
Drop by Nawican Friendship Centre during office hours to complete your volunteer application and discuss opportunities that match your interests.
By Email:
Contact our volunteer coordinator at volunteer@nawican.ca to learn about current opportunities and get started.
By Phone:
Call us at (250) 782-8239 to speak with someone about volunteer opportunities.
Volunteer Opportunities
Program Support
- Youth Programs
Support after-school activities, homework help, arts and crafts, sports, and recreational programming for young people. - Elder Programs
Assist with Elder gatherings, transportation, cultural activities, and social events that honor our knowledge keepers. - Family Programs
Help facilitate family events, workshops, recreational activities, and celebrations that strengthen family bonds. - Cultural Programs
Support cultural workshops, language classes, traditional arts, ceremonies, and cultural events throughout the year. - Event Support & Planning
- Event volunteers
Help set up, run, and clean up community events, powwows, cultural celebrations, and fundraisers. - Event planning committees
Join planning teams for major events and contribute your ideas, skills, and energy to create memorable community gatherings. - Fundraising support
Assist with fundraising initiatives, special events, and campaigns that support Nawican’s programs and services.
Administrative & Operations
- Office support
Help with reception, data entry, filing, mailings, and general administrative tasks that keep our Centre running smoothly. - Technology support
Assist with computers, social media, website updates, digital communications, and tech troubleshooting. - Facility maintenance
Help with building improvements, gardening, cleaning, painting, and maintaining our welcoming space.
Skills-Based Volunteering
- Share your professional expertise
Offer your skills in areas like graphic design, photography, videography, writing, accounting, legal support, or other professional services. - Workshops and teaching
Lead workshops or classes in areas where you have expertise—cooking, arts, fitness, technology, trades, or any skill you’d like to share. - Mentorship
Mentor youth, young adults, or community members in your field of work or areas of life experience.
Community Outreach
- Outreach and awareness
Help spread the word about Nawican programs, represent us at community events, and connect people to services. - Translation and interpretation
Provide language support for community members who need assistance communicating in English or Indigenous languages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Anyone aged 14 and older who is committed to supporting our mission and community. We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds, ages, and skill levels—Indigenous and non-Indigenous alike.
Not at all! We provide orientation, training, and ongoing support. Your willingness to learn and contribute is what matters most.