| About the Position | |
| Position # | 4186 |
| Organization | Victoria Conservatory of Music |
| Position | Garden Sitter - Mother's Day Musical Garden Tour |
| Impact Statement | The Victoria Conservatory of Music develops creative potential and healthy communities through music education, wellness, and live performance. |
| Description |
The Victoria Conservatory of Music’s Mother’s Day Musical Garden Tour is back for its 43rd year! Volunteer as a Garden Sitter and enjoy a 4-hour shift at one of nine stunning, hand-picked private gardens throughout Greater Victoria Duties include greeting guests, checking tickets, counting attendees, and answering patron questions. No garden knowledge required. Volunteers receive a FREE two-day pass, giving you exclusive access for the rest of the weekend, and an invitation to an appreciation event hosted by our Garden Tour Volunteer Sponsor, Berwick Royal Oak. Thank you for supporting the Victoria Conservatory of Music’s signature annual fundraiser! All proceeds create a healthy community through music education, wellness, and live performance. For more information, or to express your interest, contact gardenvolunteers@vcm.bc.ca or call 250-419-4313. vcm.bc.ca/support/garden-tour/ |
| Training Details | Volunteers will be trained upon arrival for their shift. Any questions in advance can be directed to gardenvolunteers@vcm.bc.ca |
| Working Conditions | You'll be seated at a table outside with one other volunteer. Cover provided in case of inclement weather - but we usually have glorious weather for the Tour! Washroom available onsite. |
| Minimum Duration | Special event |
| Timing | Weekend - Daytime |
| Time Detail |
Saturday, May 10 MORNING - 9:30am - 1:30pm Saturday, May 10 AFTERNOON - 1:00pm - 4:30pm Sunday, May 11 MORNING - 9:30am - 1:30pm Sunday, May 11 AFTERNOON - 1:00pm - 4:30pm |
| Age | 13+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual |
| Transportation | On a bus route |
| Accessibility | Wheelchair accessible entrance, Designated accessible parking space, Support volunteers with special needs, Accessible work space, Support Newcomers and ESL |
| Area(s) of Interest | Arts/Culture, Events/Fundraising, Gardening/Environment |
| Skill(s) | Customer Service, Interpersonal Communication, Verbal Communication, Counting, Managing Money |
| How to Apply | |
| Application Link: | |
| Website | https://vcm.bc.ca/support/volunteer/ |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | Jayne Hammond |
| Phone | 250-419-4313 |
| Address | 900 Johnson Street Victoria, V8V 3N4 |