Employment and Volunteering

TitleDescriptionWage InfoInstitution/OrganizationLocation/Links
Lougheed Mall Jobs• Current job opportunities at Lougheed Mall.Not specifiedLougheed Mall

Volunteering

TitleDescriptionOrganization/LinkLocation/Dates
Place des Arts 2026/ 2027 Youth Arts Council

What: The Youth Arts Council inspires local teens to engage with the arts community. Members work together to plan, coordinate, and host youth-focused events while providing input on how Place des Arts can better engage young people in the Tri-Cities. YAC members will collaborate with fellow council members and Place des Arts staff to develop and lead two youth-focused initiatives during the 2026/2027 season:

  • Deliver an art activity at our Family Day event (February 2027)
  • Organize and host a youth event (May 2027)

Program Details

  • Open to students in Grades 9-12
  • Must reside in Coquitlam and/or attend a school in the Tri-Cities
  • Volunteer hours will be provided
  • YAC members receive a Youth Arts Council t-shirt

More info/ apply: placedesarts.ca/volunteer/youth-arts-council/

Questions? volunteer@placedesarts.ca


Application Deadline: Tuesday, September 15, 2026
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Where: Place des Arts
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When: 
  • Meetings take place on the first Friday of each month from October 2026 to May 2027
Tri-Cities Volunteer Fair 2026
What: Meet local nonprofit organizations, explore volunteer opportunities, and discover meaningful ways to get involved in your community. The Volunteer Fair is a free public event that brings together local organizations, volunteer program staff, and community members in one place. This FREE event can help you find volunteer opportunities, learn about local causes and get volunteer search tips! See you there!
More info: https://volunteerconnections.ca/volunteer-fair/

When: Saturday, September 26th from 10am - 2pm

Where: PoCo Community Centre


Port Moody Fall Fair - VOLUNTEER
Volunteers may assist with activity booths, welcoming attendees, the Passport Stamp station, event setup and takedown and distributing event materials. All volunteers must attend a mandatory orientation session before the event. Orientation details and volunteer assignments will be shared with registered volunteers. 
PoMo Fall Fair – Volunteer Registration

When: Saturday September 26 from 9am - 3pm (with Saturday September 19 orientation)

Where: Inlet Theatre Galleria, 100 Newport Drive, Port Moody


Thrift and Thrive Future Leadership Internship Program
A free 8 week program for youth ages 16-24 that combines hands on workplace experience, leadership and career readiness training, mentorship and anti-hate education. Participants complete weekly volunteer shifts at our Thrift & Thrive Fund store in Coquitlam, gaining practical experience in retail, customer service, teamwork, and communication. Students can get a $150 honorarium upon successful completion of the program. 
​Application Deadline: September 20th, 2026
Thrift and Thrive Youth Internship - Low Entropy Foundation

Where: 552 Clarke Rd. Coquitlam

When: Our Fall 2026 cohort runs for 8 weeks from October through November. Participants must be available the following four Saturdays: Oct 3, Oct 27, Nov 7, and Nov 28.


Port Coquitlam Elections - Volunteer
We're looking for volunteers to act as greeters during the upcoming Municipal Election! Take part in the democratic process and earn volunteer hours while doing it. As a greeter, you are the first point of contact for voters when they enter the polling station. You will welcome them, direct them to the appropriate line and answer any questions they may have.
Interested? Email electionoffice@portcoquitlam.ca or call us at 6049275413

When: Wednesday October 7th and/ or Saturday October 10th and/ or Saturday October 17th

Where: Volunteers are needed at each of the 9 polling stations throughout the city:

  • Blakeburn Elementary
  • Castle Park Elementary
  • Cedar Drive Elementary
  • Central Elementary
  • Hyde Creek Recreation Centre
  • Kilmer Elementary
  • Kwayquitlam Middle
  • Westwood Elementary
  • the Outlet

Vancouver Kid's Fashion Week Volunteer


What: We are seeking passionate and curious young people to gain hands-on experience in fashion and event production through various roles, such as social media, photography, backstage work, and front-of-house.


Application Deadline: Monday, September 14th, 2026
​Apply: https://forms.gle/jeAV6C5m2jn2Frx77
Where: David Lam Hall,​ Chinese Cultural Centre

When: October 17th and 18th 2026
City of Coquitlam - Park Spark Light Brigade Volunteer

What: Join the Park Spark Light Brigade team and get involved in Metro Vancouver’s largest free outdoor light display, Lights at Lafarge! These Light Brigade Workshops provide an opportunity for the community to be a part of Lights at Lafarge by assisting in the creation and fabrication of lit elements that contribute to the lights display. Please bring a recycled plastic bottle to the workshop to be used in the lights display. 


(Look under workshops): https://cityofcoquitlam.perfectmind.com/23902/Clients/BookMe4BookingPages/BookingCoursesPage?widget…
When: Various times/ dates from September 24 - November 15
Ongoing City of Coquitlam - Park Spark Volunteer Opportunities

• Enhance Coquitlam's parks

• Options include: Drop-in activities, Group park projects, Ongoing park care activities on your own schedule, Park amenity additions, Park programs

City of CoquitlamOngoing
Korean School Assistant - Volunteer (Neulbom Korean School)

• Assist at Neulbom Korean School

• Requirement: Conversational fluency in Korean (classes taught in Korean)

• Schedule: Saturdays from 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Neulbom Korean School
Email: neulbomkorean@gmail.com		Ongoing
MoreSports Volunteer (ongoing)

• Gain coaching and youth leadership work experience

• Supports volunteers to potentially become paid Afterschool coaches

MoreSports.orgOngoing
Minds in Motion Assistant - Coquitlam

• Assist in a fitness and social program for people with early symptoms of dementia

• Commitment: Minimum 6 months commitment on Thursdays

• Responsibilities: Assist with set-up/clean-up of refreshments/games, assist participants during fitness programs, support social interaction, spend 1-to-1 time with participants needing extra support

Alzheimer Society of BCOngoing (Minimum 6 months commitment)
On-going Volunteer at Public Libraries

• Port Moody Library: Teen Volunteer Programs (Book Buddies, Tutoring for kids, Teen/Tween Advisory Groups)

• Coquitlam Public Library: Homework Help club, Parlez-Nous en Francais, Reading Buddies, Teen Advisory Council

Port Moody & Coquitlam Public LibrariesOngoing
On-going City Volunteer Opportunities

• City of Coquitlam: Age 13+, requires successful Police Information check, 2 references, and orientation attendance

• City of Port Moody: At least 14+ for recreation and 13+ for community; requires orientation and Police Information check

• City of Port Coquitlam: 14+ if volunteering for recreation

Cities of Coquitlam, Port Moody, and Port CoquitlamSee Link
Coquitlam Express Volunteer - Ongoing

• Game Day volunteers running the Box Office and performing other Game Day tasks

• Commitment: Full season commitment including playoff season

• Eligibility: Must be in Grade 11 or 12

Coquitlam Express Hockey Club

Beginning of hockey season
Hyde Creek Watershed Society and Hatchery - ongoing volunteer

• Tending to coho or chum fish at various stages of growth

• Non-fish duties available: accounting, administrative work, gardening, plumbing, electrical work, and general building maintenance

• Drop-in tours available Saturdays 9:30am - 12:30pm

Hyde Creek Watershed SocietyOngoing
City of Coquitlam - Snow Angels

• Help seniors and individuals with physical disabilities clear adjacent City sidewalks, driveways, and walkways of snow

• Eligibility: Age 16+, Coquitlam resident, adequate physical shape

• Commitment: 1-2 homes per individual each session; term runs all of 2025-2026 winter season (weather dependent)

City of CoquitlamWinter Season 2025 - 2026
PICS BC Microgrant Programs/ Youth Service Corps

• Federally funded skills enhancement and volunteer program

• Includes team-based community engagement projects, job search training & support, and designing a youth-led project

• Benefits: Free program, reference letter, Certificate of Completion, gain min 120 volunteer hours, and a microgrant of $1000, $2000, or $3000

• Eligibility: Age 15-30, Canadian citizen/permanent resident/refugee status, BC resident

Progressive Intercultural Community Services (PICS) BCOngoing
Growing Spoons - Volunteer

• Create online and handmade cards for pediatric patients and youth homeless shelters

• Conduct research projects, build infographics, and write storybooks

• Participate in in-person fundraising events and community initiatives

• Open to participating from home or in-person

Growing SpoonsOngoing
Special Olympics - Volunteer ONGOING

• Support year-round sport programs and events for athletes with intellectual disabilities

• Roles in sport, administration, health, fundraising, and youth programs

• Commitment: As little as an hour a week

• Eligibility: Age 14 years or older, living in BC

Special Olympics British ColumbiaOngoing


Employment
Employment - Helpful Links
  • SD 43: Career Programs
    • SD 43's CAREER PROGRAMS are designed to help students explore careers while still in secondary school to move seamlessly into post-secondary institutions or work. Offers a variety of programs targeting students' specific needs and situations.
  • WorkBC
    • A guide to the BC Economy and Labour Market. Features a Job Search tool, Career Profiles, and 'A Day in the Life' resources.
  • Youth Canada
    • Provides students with tools and resources to get a job or create their own job.
Volunteering
Volunteering - Helpful Links
  • Evergreen Cultural Centre – Coquitlam
    • Volunteer opportunities in all areas of the Cultural Centre's programming, from performing and visual arts to education and public programs.
  • City of Port Moody – Parks & Recreation
    • A wide variety of opportunities for volunteers of all age groups to help out with recreation programs.
  • Place des Arts – Coquitlam
    • Flexible ongoing volunteer program for youth and adults interested in helping with events, concerts, exhibitions, and programs year-round.
  • Community Volunteer Connections
    • Promotes volunteer engagement and opportunities, runs volunteer management programs, hosts learning opportunities and networking events. Supports inclusion & diversity and connects volunteers with nonprofits.
Documents and Downloads
Documents and Downloads - Helpful Links