Explore hospital, healthcare, community, and youth volunteering opportunities.
Find independently operated volunteering and community-service opportunities to explore beyond YMIC. Use the filters to compare locations and published eligibility, then visit the organization for current requirements and application details.
Listings do not guarantee a placement or volunteer hours. Organized outreach and foundation service are distinct from hospital volunteer assignments. Each organization handles its own applications and placements.
Healthcare & Hospital Volunteering
Hospital, long-term care, health equipment, and healthcare foundation service.
Community & Youth Volunteering
Youth service, charitable fundraising, outreach, and community support.
Healthcare & Hospital Volunteering
Fraser Health
Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centre
Explore non-clinical roles helping patients and visitors find their way, enjoy friendly visits, and feel welcome. Screening, orientation, and a regular commitment are required.
Location
Abbotsford, BC
Format
In person
Eligibility
16+; guardian consent required under 18. Individual roles may have higher minimum ages.
Requirements
150 hours or 9–12 months; a weekly 3–4-hour shift. Screening, references, and orientation apply.
Availability
Application information conflicts on the official page. Confirm intake directly with Volunteer Resources.
Information checked 2026-10-29. Confirm current details with the organization.
BC Children’s Hospital and BC Women’s Hospital & Health Centre
BC Children’s Hospital and BC Women’s Hospital & Health Centre
Explore hospital service roles supporting patients, families, and visitors. A continuous one-year weekly commitment is expected; requirements depend on the role.
Location
Vancouver, BC
Format
In person
Eligibility
16+ generally. Direct patient-contact roles require 18+ and relevant prior experience.
Requirements
One-year commitment with a scheduled weekly shift. Screening, references, and training apply.
Availability
Check Official Website
Information checked 2026-10-29. Confirm current details with the organization.
Support long-term care residents through recreation, friendly visits, and special events. Screening, orientation, and a regular commitment are required.
Location
Mission, BC
Format
In person
Eligibility
16+; guardian consent required under 18.
Requirements
150 hours or 9–12 months; a weekly 2–4-hour shift. Screening, references, and orientation apply.
Availability
Not accepting applications when checked. Check Official Website.
Information checked 2026-10-29. Confirm current details with the organization.
Explore the hospital’s Summer Youth and school-year VolunTEEN programs. Placement follows screening and orientation, with duties assigned by the volunteer team.
Location
Langley, BC
Format
In person
Eligibility
Ages 16–18 for the teen programs.
Requirements
Screening, references, interviews, and mandatory training and orientation apply.
Availability
Teen applications closed when checked. Check Official Website.
Information checked 2026-10-29. Confirm current details with the organization.
Help with foundation events and annual mailouts supporting regional healthcare. This is foundation service, separate from direct hospital volunteering.
Location
Fraser Valley, BC
Format
Not specified
Eligibility
Check Official Website
Availability
Check Official Website
Information checked 2026-10-29. Confirm current details with the organization.
Explore organized youth volunteering in blood-donation awareness and community outreach. Participation depends on the initiative and does not guarantee a volunteer placement. Students do not collect blood or perform medical procedures.
Location
Canada; local roles vary
Format
Not specified
Eligibility
Formal volunteer roles: 16+. Confirm requirements for the specific youth initiative.
Requirements
Organized NextGen teams receive guidance and required training through Canadian Blood Services. Confirm local arrangements.
Availability
Check Official Website
Information checked 2026-10-29. Confirm current details with the organization.
