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Do you have a strong work ethic and are passionate about education and community programs? Be part of a team where you can work for a non-profit organization and make an impact on students to learn more!
Join us at our upcoming Mini PNE Event at Mt. Pleasant Elementary! For this event, we are looking for an Event Support Assistant to assist with event coordination and engage with attendees throughout the event.
Vancouver Region Educational Services (VRES) is a registered non-profit organization committed to providing free and affordable educational services to the Vancouver Region and beyond. VRES provides online and in-person educational services for learners of all ages, including K-12, adults, and seniors.
The Event Support Assistant is responsible for:
• Greeting and directing participants, students, and families upon arrival
• Setting up event booths, activity stations, and décor before the event begins
• Preparing and organizing materials for activities and tracking inventory
• Engage with kids and families throughout the event
• Help manage prize distribution and flow
• Assisting with takedown of all materials at the end of the event
Location: 2300 Guleph St, Vancouver, BC (Mt. Pleasant Elementary)
Date: Sunday, June 7, 2026
Time: 11:00 PM – 3:00 PM (PST)
Why You Should Join Us:
• Earn volunteer hours toward school or community requirements
• Gain hands-on event experience in coordinating and running a community event
• Receive an official certificate from Canada Service Corps (after completion of 120 hours)
• Access to networking events with our sponsors and community partners
Who We're Looking For:
• Minimum age: 12 years or up
• Fluent in English
• Able to independently commute to and arrive at the event location on time (Need help getting here? VRES covers travel costs upon request)
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced event setting
• Able to fully commit to the scheduled event timings
• Comfortable interacting with children, family members, and community members
• Takes initiative, follows instructions, and can work independently without close supervision
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Thank you for your interest in volunteering with VRES! We’re excited about the possibility of having you join our organization and contribute to our mission. Our team will review it and reach out to you soon with the next steps. In the meantime, feel free to learn more about VRES and our work by visiting our website: https://www.vancouvereducation.org/
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