SHARE Food Bank

The Food Bank provides food hampers at the Port Moody, Coquitlam and Port Coquitlam SHARE Food Banks for those who are in need. To serve over 900 households each month, we need your help!

Family Volunteering is back!!! (Thank-you to those families who have registered- we are now full)

When: Monday Nov. 21st 2011 6pm-8pm

Where: The Port Moody food bank location

Who: Families with children age 6 and older

What: Sorting food, packing hampers and other activities as needed

Your First Step: Contact the Food Bank Supervisor, Leanne Beatty, at 604-931-2451 or by email for more information! You can read more about volunteering for the Food Bank by clicking here!

 

English Practice Group

Practice makes perfect! The program helps English learners practice their English speaking skills in conversations that are of interest or use to them. We provide them with a safe and comfortable space to practice English, learn about community resources, share their culture with others and make new friends!

Role: English Practice Group Volunteers facilitate conversation to allow group members to practice English. Criminal record check is required. Must be respectful and interested in cultural diversity.
Commitment: 1.5-2 hours/week

Your First Step: Contact our Volunteer Coordinator, Shae Viswanathan by email or 604.936.3900 (ext. 161)  for more information!
 

After School Program

At the Mountain View and Roy Stibbs Elementary Schools, activities are provided for 6-12 year old children, including sports and recreation, tutoring, and arts and crafts.

Parents may also participate in this program through parenting workshops, employment programs, and English practice groups.

Role: Volunteers interact with children age 6-12, engaging in social, recreational, and educational activities. Various skills are welcomed (drama, athletics, crafts, etc.); must be genuinely interested in spending time with children. Criminal record check is required.

Commitment: Weekdays 2:30-4:3O pm.

Your First Step: Contact our Program Coordinator, Michelle Leong, at 604.936.3900 (ext. 194) or by email for more information!

 

Parent & Tot Drop-In Program

Through play, craft, snack and circle time, the program guides parents in establishing a routine and interacting with their children, and provides a safe and welcoming environment for every family. 

Role: Early Childhood Development Assistants assist families’ participation by engaging the parents and children in the program through conversation and play. Criminal record check is required.

Commitment: Weekdays 9:00-11 :30 am at various SHARE Family Resource Centres.

Your First Step: Contact our Community Development worker, Gina Hortelano by email  or 604.937.6970 for more information!