| About the Position | |
| Position # | 3398 |
| Organization | Burnside Gorge Community Association |
| Position | Plant Distribution Volunteer - Get Growing, Victoria! - Get Growing, Victoria! Seedling Distribution Day |
| Location | 471 Cecelia Road, Victoria, BC, Canada |
| Impact Statement |
The purpose of the Burnside Gorge Community Association is to lead, promote and support prevention and intervention based initiatives which encourage healthy, inclusive, and socially just living. This is accomplished through: *Engaging and consulting with our communities concerning issues and developments important to our residents and businesses *Providing a continuum of high quality programs and supports that strengthen the lives of children, youth and families in Greater Victoria *Establishing, promoting and operating facilities that provide public amenities to benefit the community *Cultivating community connections and a sense of community pride through celebrations and initiatives *Advocating in the best interest of our community and ensuring a representative voice for all of those we serve *Fostering work place practices that support employees and strengthen our efforts to be a model employer *Supporting the provision of housing for low and moderate income households |
| Description |
Burnside Gorge Community Association is a proud partner with the City's gardening program, Get Growing, Victoria! We are hosting an event to distribute veggie seedlings to community members who face barriers to growing their own food on Thursday, May 16 between 4-6pm. Tasks will include setting up tents and tables, preparing & labelling plants, greeting visitors, completing registrations and distributing plants. Volunteer shifts will be between 2-7pm. |
| Training Details | No training needed. Supervision will be provided during the event |
| Working Conditions | outside and in an air-conditioned building; fast-paced |
| Minimum Duration | Special event |
| Timing | Weekday - Daytime, Weekday - Evening |
| Time Detail | Minimum 2 hr shift, between 2pm and 7pm. |
| Age | 1+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual, A Group |
| Transportation | On a bus route |
| Accessibility | Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible washroom, Designated accessible parking space |
| Area(s) of Interest | Gardening/Environment |
| Skill(s) | Customer Service, Collaboration, Interpersonal Communication, Verbal Communication, Community Knowledge/Awareness, Empathy |
| How to Apply | |
| Application Link: | |
| Website | http://www.burnsidegorge.ca |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | Sevval Kecicioglu |
| Phone | 250-388-5251 |
| Address | 471 Cecelia Road Victoria, V8T4T4 |
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