Employment and Volunteering
Employment
Requirements:
- Between 15-19
- Interested in community service, student government or service clubs
- Able to work in a neutral and impartial way
- Comfortable using technology
- Legally entitled to work in Canada
What: We are currently accepting applications from individuals interested in future election official opportunities. Qualified applicants may be contacted if a provincial general election is called within the next 6 months. Positions available:
- Ballot Issuing Officer ($342/ day)
- Information Officer ($329/ day)
- Tabulator Officer ($329/ day)
More info/ apply: Youth at the Booth | Elections BC
When: Saturday, October 17th, 2026 from 10am - 4pm (come anytime throughout the day)
Cost: FREE admission
Where: Nikkei National Museum, 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby
What: Try hands-on career activities, meet professionals, and explore your next step. Free admission in Burnaby on October 17! Curious about a career but unsure what it’s really like? Come try something new at Next Step 2026. This free Career Experience Fair brings together professionals, universities, and community partners to help you explore your options. Take part in short hands-on activities, ask people about their work, and learn about education and training pathways that could help you take your next step. Whether you’re a high school or university student, a newcomer exploring opportunities, or a parent supporting someone’s future, you’re welcome here.
More info: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/career-fair-2026-tickets-2002404802668?aff=oddtdtcreator
What: MoreSports BC is seeking dynamic, energetic, kind, and dedicated individuals to join our team as Community coaches. Programs take place in the Tri-Cities, Vancouver and Burnaby. You will be a leadership facilitator, with elementary children as a sports coach in after school programs.
When: Specific weekdays for 8-10 consecutive weeks (approx. 2 hour shifts)
Wages: $18.25 - 25/ hr
Eligibility:
- Clear Criminal Record check; vulnerable sector
- Able to answer emails in a timely manner
- Able to use docs/ sheets
- Understanding of fundamental movement skills and physical literacy
- Experience facilitating groups and leading discussions
- Strong problem-solving and leadership abilities
- Proven ability to engage with people of all ages and cultural backgrounds
- Excellent interpersonal skills for working with diverse communities & organizations.
More info/ apply: https://moresports.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Job-Posting-After-School-Program-Coach.pdf
Check out the current job opportunities at Lougheed Mall - Lougheed Mall
Check out what jobs are available at Coquitlam Center: https://coquitlamcentre.com/jobs/
Volunteering
When: Thursday, October 22, 2026 from 5:30pm to 8:30 pm
Where: Town Centre Park- West Lawn, 1253 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam
What: This event supports women and children experiencing intimate partner violence and will directly support Tri-City Transitions. Since 1998, the Foundation has raised over $52 million to become Canada's largest public foundation dedicated to funding women's shelters and prevention programs.
Looking for volunteers for Thursday October 22 from 5:30 to 8:30 pm to help with various activities including:
-directing participants on the course
-participant check in
-food, drink and shoe light distribution
-event set up and take down
All volunteers will receive an exclusive Royal LePage® Shelter Foundation™ Night Light Walk™ red toque with built-in light and an LED glow bracelet.
More Info/ Register: Volunteer with Flow Marketing via VolunteerLocal
When: Saturday, November 21 from 4pm - 9pm
What: This free, outdoor family festival brings the holiday spirit to Austin Heights with a fun-filled evening of live music, delicious food, holiday shopping, kids activities, and much more. Be part of the magic at this annual holiday event! Assist with various pre-event tasks on Friday (the day before event) and on Saturday (the event day), with event tasks. Shifts are flexible - volunteers can choose the times that work best for them.
Sign-up: 2026 HollyDaze in the Heights
Questions? please contact chloe@austinheights.ca
What: Low Entropy Foundation's Bridging Generations is a free program that brings together youth aged 16–24 and seniors aged 55+ for weekly activities and conversations that build meaningful connections across generations. Students can gain valuable community experience, reduce social isolation, develop communication and teamwork skills, and earn volunteer hours that may count toward graduation requirements, subject to their school’s approval.
The upcoming program details are:
When:
- Orientation: Friday, October 9, 2026, from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
- Sessions: Fridays, October 16–December 11, 2026, from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Where: Coquitlam City Centre Aquatic Complex, 1210 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam
Apply: Bridging Generations Program: Youth Application (16-24 years old)
When: Tuesday, October 13th, 2026 at LUNCH
Where: MPR info booth
What: Moresports offers neighbourhood-based sport programs and leadership courses for children and youth. Learn about volunteering opportunities at MoreSports! Volunteer hours and activities are tracked and recorded so each participant is provided with the necessary documentation and references required for future opportunities.
More info: Volunteer - Moresports
When: Oct 18 – Dec 13, 2026 | SUNDAYS from 12:30pm-2pm
Where: Online via Zoom
What: Our leadership program helps students develop essential life and leadership skills, including:
- Teamwork and communication
- Problem-solving and critical thinking
- Confidence and leadership development
Through interactive workshops, mentorship, and real-world applications, students experience both personal growth and community impact.
Students who participate in this program are eligible to receive up to 15 volunteer hours, which can be applied toward graduation requirements.
Register: Youth Empowering Youth: Free Online Leadership Program, Ages 13-18
More info: https://www.yeyfoundation.org/our-programs
• 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 More info: City of Coquitlam
• Assist at Neulbom Korean School
• Requirement: Conversational fluency in Korean (classes taught in Korean)
• Schedule: Saturdays from 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Register: Neulbom Korean School
Email: neulbomkorean@gmail.com
• Gain coaching and youth leadership work experience
• Supports volunteers to potentially become paid Afterschool coaches
More info: MoreSports.org
• 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
- Minimum 6 months commitment
More info/ Register: https://alzheimer.ca/bc/en/take-action/volunteer/minds-motionr-assistant
• 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
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
• 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
More info/ Register: Hyde Creek Watershed Society
• 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
More info/ Register: Progressive Intercultural Community Services (PICS) BC
• 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
More info/ Register: Growing Spoons
• 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
More info/ Register: Special Olympics British Columbia
Do you have a passion for Heritage? For Port Moody? Or are you looking for a way to get involved in your community while enriching Heritage preservation, knowledge, education and just plain community fun?
Volunteer work ranges from working in programs, education, collection, gardening, assisting with marketing, or helping at an event!
Coquitlam RCMP's community and crime prevention programs are based on the belief that police can only be effective when engaged, informed citizens get involved in the safety of their homes, businesses and neighbourhoods. Must be 16 or older.
Apply: https://rcmp.ca/en/bc/coquitlam/community-policing-and-volunteer-programs
Volunteers are important members of the health care team at Eagle Ridge Hospital and Manor. Volunteers contribute to the health of our Tri-Cities community by offering services and support to our patients, families, visitors, and frontline staff providers. The volunteers' contributions enhances’ patient care and the overall experience at Eagle Ridge Hospital and Manor. Applicants must be over the age of 16.
• 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
More info/ Register: Coquitlam Express Hockey Club
Help out at the weekly farmers' market: Setting up and tearing down the market each week, providing general assistance to vendors and visitors, helping with crafts and events, like the Halloween Spooktacular and the annual Blueberry Pancake Breakfast:.
• 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)
More info/ Register: City of Coquitlam
Fun, outdoor, all-weather activity. Suitable for individuals of all ages and with a wide range of skills: cashiers, customer service representatives and individuals who can safely lift 50+ llbs. Training provided on site. Flexible shifts late November to Christmas.
Apply: https://auntleahs.org/trees/volunteer-at-the-tree-lots/
Employment
- 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
- 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.