Events for: Mar 9, 2010

  Training Module on creating safe spaces for LGBTQ youth

Every Tue

The National Youth Advocacy Coalition has a training module around creating safe spaces for LGBTQ youth. You can access this training via iTunes video, YouTube or with slides (no narration) and handouts. The materials include pre and post tests. It's easy to read and understand material suitable for staff and volunteer training as well as a participant orientation session. Check it out at www.nyacyouth.org/pages.php?id=20

  Kitsilano Neighbourhood House: Volunteer Opportunities for Reception Support

Jan 7-Apr 12, 2010

The Kitsilano Neighbourhood House currently have openings for lunch reception support on Thursdays 1-2pm (ongoing) and Mondays &/or Wednesdays (January 25th-April 12th).

Please contact Emily, Volunteer Coordinator if you are interested. 604-736-3588 ext. 27 or emily@kitshouse.org.

  Program for Young Women Promotes Awareness, Understanding of Depression

Jan 19-Mar 19, 2010

The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) recently developed a depression prevention and anti-stigma facilitator manual, Girls Talk. The Girls Talk program is designed for young women from 13-16, and aims to provide a safe place where they can connect and learn about depression, coping and resilience. The program has eight sessions that cover topics such as stress, relationships, self-esteem, the media, and stigma and discrimination. The manual also has a literature review, tips for group facilitators and information on participant recruitment. The guide is free and available, along with a 15-minute webinar, at http://www.camh.net

  Canadian Red Cross First Aid Courses: Red Cross goes on the road in 2010!

Jan 23-Mar 27, 2010

If you have 10 or more people who want to learn either Emergency Child Care or Emergency First Aid, Red Cross will teach the course at your facility. And if you have 15 or more youth who want to become a Babysitter, we'll teach the Babysitting course on-site. For more information or to book your group, please contact Susan Cowan at 604-669-2546, Ext. 2 or by email at susancowan@telus.net.

  The 2010 Young Playwrights Festival

Jan 28-May 1, 2010

Every year The Cultch's Youth Panel recruits young playwrights, directors and actors who work to bring three original one-act plays to the stage. Currently entering it's 11th season, THe Young Playwrights Festival brings dozens of creative young people together every year. This year, we've combined the YPF with our mentorship program to make the experience even more rewarding. We are currently seeking directors, actors, and playwrights between the ages of 12-24. For application forms and program details please visit our website. If you have any questions about any of these opportunities, please contact:

Corbin Murdoch, Youth Program Manager - The Cultch
Phone 604-251-1766 ext 105 Email: corbin@thecultch.com

  HELP Study on Impacts of Neighbourhood Poverty

Jan 28-Mar 31, 2010

The level of poverty in the neighbourhood that children live in during kindergarten has been found to predict their reading level in grade 7. A study of urban children in BC showed that those who lived in neighbourhoods with a higher socioeconomic status during kindergarten scored better on the foundation skills assessment test in grade 7 than children who came from poorer neighbourhoods, regardless of where they lived in grade 7. Read more about it on the

  Guys knowing guys - Gay Men's Health Survey

Jan 29-May 29, 2010

Guys knowing guys. That’s what the Sex Now Survey is all about. The Community Based Research Centre has been researching gay men’s sexuality, health and culture in British Columbia for more than a decade. Bullied in school, marginalized by religion, neglected by policy ? : it can all adds up to a health impact. To help support gay men's health, take the Sex Now survey and spread the word.

  BC Centre for Safe Schools and Communities: Free Website Hosting Service

Feb 1-Jun 30, 2010

Google is providing free website hosting for those who are creative and wish to make use of this opportunity. They apparently will even provide templates for you. To check it out, visit the website . For additional information about reviews, ratings, and links for a variety of free-webhosting sites, visit this webstie

  New PBS Series….. The Emotional Life

Feb 5-Jun 30, 2010

This 3-part series represents what television does best. It opens a window into real lives, exploring ways to improve our social relationships, cope with emotional issues, and become more positive, resilient individuals.
Episode 1: Family, Friends & Lovers , looks at the importance of relationships and why they are central to our emotional well-being.
Episode 2: Facing Our Fears, we look at emotions that are commonly regarded as obstacles to happiness — such as anger, fear, anxiety, and despair.
Episode 3: Rethinking Happiness, explores happiness. It is so critical to our well-being, and, yet, it remains such an elusive goal for many of us.

They’ve got a great main page up with lots of resources and episode downloads are available to some extent

  Free Youth Swim

On the 5th every month 2010

Where: Britannia Community Centre
When: 8pm start time

No swim suit required!! It’s not what you’re thinking… swim suits or clean, recently washed clothes can be worn… no shoes allowed.

Prizes, Contests, games and more!!! For more info, call 604.718.5826. (Free youth swims take place on the first Friday of every month)

  Canadian Red Cross First Aid Courses: Emergency Child Care First Aid & CPR/AED

Feb 5-Mar 26, 2010

Emergency Child Care First Aid & CPR/AED is a one-day course for parents and caregivers of children covering skills needed to recognize, prevent and respond to airway, breathing and circulation emergencies.

Courses: Saturday, February 6 & Saturday, March 27, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm @ St. Stephen’s United Church, 7025 Granville & 54th in Vancouver. Cost: $90 (includes manual and certification). Info/registration: 604-669-2546, Ext. 2 or email susancowan@telus.net.

  Multicultural Youth Circle Program Immigrant Services Society of BC

Feb 6-May 1, 2010

MY Circle is a FREE training for newcomer youth to become Peer Support Group Facilitators and Young Community Leaders. During the training, we provide free lunch and free bus tickets to all participants. At the end of the training, a certificate of completion and a letter for 80 hours of volunteer work are given to the youth. These hours may be counted as CAPP or community service hours. Volunteer facilitators go back out into their communities and deliver peer support groups to other immigrant and refugee youth experiencing difficulties adjusting to life in Canada. The applicants must be willing to make a STRONG COMMITMENT to the training program and to the delivery of the peer support groups. Please note that you may have to go on a waitlist if interest is high. MY Circle can only take 15-18 youth per session. For program dates, location and the application process please see the attached form. If you have any questions please contact Fiona Lemon at: fiona.lemon@issbc.org or via telephone at 604. 684.7498 Ext. 1634

  Become a volunteer EcoRanger!!!

Every Fri 2010

The Stanley Park Ecology Society is looking for volunteers (15+) to become EcoRangers!!! Application Deadline: May 31st 2010. Apply now. Positions fill up quickly!

In the summer months, uniformed Eco Rangers work in pairs as roving naturalists in the park, answering visitors' questions about local animals and plants, and providing other important on-the-spot interpretation. This program is open for volunteers aged 15 and up. Click on title above for more info on how to apply.

  Volunteers needed: Evening Urban Camping Assistant

Every Fri 2010

The Stanley Park Ecology Society is looking for volunteers for their fun-filled program! Deadline to apply May 29th 2010

Urban Camping is an exciting program which introduces inner city kids to an overnight camping experience in Stanley Park (see attachment) - they are taught basic camping skills such as putting up tents, cooking meals on camp stoves, survival skills, knot tying and local natural history. We need several volunteers with good conversational English skills to assist with the program. Click on title above for more info on how to apply.

  Youth Spring Break Ecology Program - Stanley Park

Mar 8-12, 2010

Do you know high school students who are fascinated by our natural world, wanting to help our environment, looking to earn volunteer hours and gain work experience, and/or interested in working with other youth in the outdoors? If yes, then the Stanley Park Ecology Society's Youth Spring Break Ecology Program is the perfect opportunity. Download the program description and the program application

  Sprout your project and change the world!

Mar 8-15, 2010

Are you interested in changing the world? Do you have an idea for a project in your community? Sprout is an e-course designed for aspiring social innovators and environmental entrepreneurs who want to grow their project ideas and learn to create lasting changes in their communities. Sprout allows participants to connect with experienced e-mentors of all ages who provide inter-generational support, encouragement and insight throughout the Sprout journey. Apply before March 14, 2010 if you want to be a participant or an e-mentor.

  Get ready for Global Love Day!

Every Mon 2010

The Love Foundation invites people around the world to join together in celebrating the 7th annual Global Love Day with the theme 'Love Begins With Me' on May 1. In conjunction with Global Love Day, the foundation is hosting its annual Art, Essay, and Poetry Invitational where anyone may submit an original piece in one or more of the categories and the finalists from each category will receive a certificate award and their entries may be displayed on the website. Join people around the world in celebrating and expanding love. Be a part of it!

  Mosaic's NuYu Popular Theatre Presents...

Mar 8-15, 2010

An evening of interactive performance. This Spring Break NuYu is holding a Popular Theatre Facilitation Training in New Westminster for youth workers as well as youth. Popular Theatre is a participatory, creative, and fun way for communities to experess the dilemmas they face and practice avenues for postive social change.

Saturday, March 13th, 2010 from 4pm - 6pm
Centennial Community Centre
65 East 6th Ave., New Westminster BC (in the RIver Room)

Please RSVP to let us know you will be attending! email: mescolan@mosaicbc.com or call (778) 552-1364.
Refreshments will be provided.

  Communications & Child Rights Projects Coordinator

Every Mon 2010

The Society for Children and Youth of B.C. (SCY) is seeking a communications & Child Rights Projects Coordinator to start immediately. This is a full-time position. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Communications & Child Rights Projects Coordinator is responsible for the development, planning, execution and administration of the Society’s communications initiatives and child rights projects.

For further information, please see the detailed job description Please submit a cover letter and resume by email to HR@scyofbc.org before Wednesday, March 17, 2010. We thank everyone for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. For more information on the Society for Children and Youth of BC, please visit our website at: www.scyofbc.org

  Urban Native Youth Association's (UNYA) Spring Basket Ball Camp

Mar 8-12, 2010

When: Spring Break, Monday March 8 to Friday March 12, 2010

Where: Gym location yet to be determined (Vancouver east side)

This is an annual Basketball Camp/Clinic for Grade 7 & 8 Aboriginal/ Métis/ Inuit Youth. To qualify / apply all you have to do is be a grade 7 or 8 student from Vancouver.

CONTACT: UNYA-School Support Program to register. Phone: 604-254-7732, EXT-5329

  Federal Tobacco Control Program's Youth Action Committee (YAC) and Young Adult Advisory Committee (YAAC)

Every Mon 2010

We are currently seeking applications for the Federal Tobacco Control Program's Youth Action Committee (YAC) and Young Adult Advisory Committee (YAAC). Successful applicants will have an opportunity to advise Health Canada on various tobacco control initiatives as well as to work on tobacco control projects in their communities and participate in national committee meetings. If you are a young person between the ages of 14 and 24, and are interested in tobacco control issues, click here to apply today!

Applicants will participate in an interview prior to be selected for either committee. We encourage youth from all walks of life to apply to help make a diverse committee!

  Youth Outreach Coordinator

Every Tue 2010

Out On Screen strives for meaningful employment of all communities. We are a creative workplace that encourages personal growth and development. We thank all candidates for applying, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note this contract position is tentative and subject to funding. Applicants must be currently unemployed and in receipt of E.I. benefits now. Click on the link to see responcibilities and application instructions.