Volunteer
Since SPEC began in 1969, passionate volunteers have been the most valuable part of our identity. Volunteers like you play an important role in our accomplishments.
We offer a variety of opportunities ranging from project research and planning, fundraising, assisting at special events, garden plantings, cleanups, and community outreach.
Please note at this time, we have limited volunteer opportunities due to COVID-19.
Read through the Quick Guide for Volunteers for more information about volunteering with SPEC.
Volunteer Perks
A Home for New Vancouverites
We welcome volunteers from all corners of the globe and are proud to have many cultures, traditions and languages represented. Volunteers are often new to Vancouver and report that SPEC helped them connect with like-minded folks in a new city.
Flexible and Supportive
Fighting for the safety and security of our planet requires flexibility and innovation, and we’re proud to support volunteer projects and ideas on timelines that work with their busy schedules.
Team Meetings
Team meetings are one of the easiest ways to start contributing your knowledge and skills to SPEC. Our teams help develop many of SPEC’s programs and projects and are always looking for feedback and fresh ideas. Our teams are mostly volunteer-run and occur once a month in the evenings. Meetings are free and open to the public, and we always encourage new community members to join.
Meetings are available for the following teams:
Meetings are held online due to the pandemic. Please email volunteer@spec.bc.ca to join us online. Find out when the next team meeting is happening by checking our events page.
Open Volunteer Positions
Volunteer Opportunities with SPEC and our Community
Check back regularly as we update our volunteer opportunities.
Food Packaging/Distribution Team
Food Team
Farm-to-Plate Marketplace is seeking volunteers to assist with packaging and distributing fresh, local produce to community members, many of whom are food insecure.
Commitment: Thursdays/Fridays, multiple shift options
Locations: Jewish Family Services and Little Mountain Neighbourhood House
This is a great introductory volunteer opportunity for anyone interested in building their volunteer experience and learning more about food security.
To apply, contact the Farm-to-Plate Marketplace Coordinator, directly by email: farmtoplatemarketplace@
Volunteer E-Blast
Interested in hearing about volunteer opportunities? Send us an email to be added to our volunteer e-blast list.
Track Volunteer Hours
Already a volunteer with SPEC? Use this form to track/update your volunteer hours.