义工规划：开学初可以参加的温哥华各类义工机会

9月开学之后，除了课程、竞赛和新学年的学习安排，高瓴教育很多家庭也开始重新规划孩子的课外活动。

其中，义工是温哥华中学生最常见、也最容易开始的一类活动。

但对于高中阶段的学生来说，义工规划并不只是为了累积毕业所需要的Volunteer Hours。

如果能够从Grade 8、Grade 9开始有意识地选择项目，学生完全可以逐渐把义工经历与自己的兴趣、能力和未来学术方向连接起来。

喜欢和人打交道、愿意帮助社区，可以从社区服务开始；

喜欢阅读、写作、电影、出版和传媒，可以重点关注写作文化类项目；

已经开始对生物、环境、工程、计算机或物理产生兴趣，则可以逐渐进入科研与STEM相关的机构和项目。

一方面，新学年刚刚开始，很多长期Volunteer Program会重新招募；另一方面，温哥华秋季的大型文化活动通常集中在9月至10月进行，一些项目也会在这个时间开放新一轮申请。

高瓴教育规划老师团队整理了目前温哥华中学生值得关注的义工与相关项目，主要有以下三大类：

社区服务 Community Service

写作文化 Writing, Media & Culture

科研STEM Science, STEM & Environment

一、社区服务 Community Service

社区服务是大部分中学生最容易进入的义工方向。

这类项目未必与未来专业直接相关，但它们非常适合学生建立最基础也最重要的能力：责任感、沟通能力、时间管理、团队合作以及对社区的参与意识。

对于Grade 8–10学生来说，与其一开始就追求“专业相关”，不如先找到一个自己能够长期坚持的项目。

01｜Hillcrest Community Centre Youth Volunteer

适合年龄：14–18岁

Hillcrest Community Centre设有专门面向青少年的Youth Volunteer Program。

学生有机会参与儿童Day Camp、体育活动、滑冰课程、社区Special Events以及Birthday Party等项目的协助工作。

这类社区中心义工很适合第一次正式参加Volunteer的学生。

工作内容相对具体，学生需要在真实的社区环境中与儿童、家长和工作人员沟通，也能够逐渐建立责任感和Leadership。

Hillcrest Community Centre offers a Youth Volunteer Program for students ages 14–18.

Youth volunteers may assist with children's day camps, sports programs, skating lessons, special events, birthday parties, and other community activities.

This is a strong starting point for students who want to develop communication, teamwork, responsibility, and leadership skills through direct community involvement.

02｜Greater Vancouver Food Bank

适合年龄：15岁以上

Greater Vancouver Food Bank是温哥华比较成熟的公益机构之一。

符合年龄要求的学生可以参与食品分类、捐赠物资整理、Food Box Packing以及部分Distribution Support工作。

这种Volunteer看起来并不复杂，但实际很考验学生的工作纪律和团队协作。

很多岗位需要按照固定流程完成，学生需要准时、认真，并对自己负责的工作保持稳定投入。

对于想要先建立Community Service经历的学生来说，这是比较典型也比较扎实的一类义工。

The Greater Vancouver Food Bank offers volunteer opportunities for students ages 15 and older.

Depending on the role, volunteers may sort donations, inspect food, prepare food packages, or support food distribution.

These positions provide practical experience in teamwork, organization, responsibility, and community service.

03｜Big Brothers Teen Mentoring Program

适合年级：Grade 9–12

如果学生喜欢与孩子相处，也愿意进行长期投入，可以关注Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver的Teen Mentoring Program。

项目会将Grade 9–12的高中生与Grade 1–7的小学生进行一对一配对。

高中生通常每周投入约1小时，并持续一个学年。

在这个过程中，学生不仅仅是在“陪伴”低年级孩子，也会逐渐学习如何沟通、组织活动、建立信任，以及承担Mentor的责任。

与一次性的活动义工相比，这种持续一整个学年的项目，更容易体现学生的Commitment和Personal Growth。

The Teen Mentoring Program pairs students in Grades 9–12 with younger students in Grades 1–7 for one-on-one mentorship.

Teen Mentors usually meet with their mentees for approximately one hour each week throughout the school year.

Students develop skills in communication, activity planning, leadership, conflict resolution, and mentoring while building a meaningful long-term relationship with a younger student.

04｜BC Children’s Hospital Auxiliary

适合年龄：16岁以上

对于未来对Medicine、Healthcare、Psychology或者Child Development感兴趣的学生，BC Children’s Hospital相关义工一直是很多家庭关注的方向。

但需要注意，这类医院Volunteer的申请要求通常明显高于普通社区义工。

申请者通常需要完成Reference、Orientation、Criminal Record Check以及相关Health和Privacy要求，并且需要较长时间的Commitment。

因此，医院义工并不适合作为“临时补时长”的项目。

如果学生已经16岁以上，并且确实对Healthcare方向有长期兴趣，可以提前开始关注和准备。

BC Children’s Hospital Auxiliary offers volunteer opportunities for students ages 16 and older.

Applicants may be required to complete references, orientation, privacy training, a criminal record check, and other health-related requirements.

Because the screening process can be extensive and volunteers are generally expected to make a long-term commitment, this opportunity is best suited to students with a genuine interest in healthcare, medicine, child development, or community care.

二、写作文化 Writing, Media & Culture

对于喜欢English、Creative Writing、Journalism、Film、Publishing、Visual Arts或者Communication的学生来说，义工不一定要和传统意义上的“公益服务”绑定。

图书馆、文学节、电影节和出版项目，同样能够成为非常好的课外经历。

这一类项目最大的特点，是学生可以把兴趣和实际参与结合起来。

喜欢写作的学生，可以接触Editing和Publishing；

喜欢电影的学生，可以进入Film Festival；

喜欢活动策划和Communication的学生，则可以参与大型文化活动的现场运营。

05｜Vancouver Public Library Teen Advisory Group

适合年龄：13–18岁

Vancouver Public Library的Teen Advisory Group，也就是TAG，是很适合中学生长期参与的项目。

TAG成员会围绕青少年读者的需求，为图书馆Teen Programs提供建议，也会参与活动策划、阅读推广和其他Library Activities。

这个项目比较适合喜欢阅读、表达、活动策划，或者希望逐渐提升Communication和Leadership能力的学生。

相比一次性的Volunteer Event，TAG更强调长期参与和Youth Voice。

Vancouver Public Library's Teen Advisory Group is open to teens ages 13–18.

Members help shape teen programming at the library, contribute ideas, participate in activities, and support initiatives designed for young people.

TAG is especially suitable for students interested in reading, communication, event planning, youth leadership, and community engagement.

06｜VPL ink Teen Advisory Group

如果学生本身已经比较喜欢Creative Writing、Poetry、Visual Art、Editing或者Publishing，可以进一步关注VPL的ink Teen Advisory Group。

ink是Vancouver Public Library出版的Teen Writing & Visual Art Journal。

学生不只是参与普通图书馆活动，而是有机会接触一本青年刊物从征稿、作品筛选，到Magazine Design、Layout以及Launch Event的整个过程。

对于未来想发展Writing、English、Journalism、Publishing或者Visual Communication方向的学生来说，这类项目的针对性会更强。

如果学生本身也在写作，可以把“投稿”和“参与编辑团队”结合起来，形成更加完整的经历。

VPL's ink Teen Advisory Group is designed for teens interested in writing, visual art, editing, and publishing.

Members may participate in different stages of producing the annual ink teen journal, including reviewing submissions, magazine design and layout, and planning the launch event.

This is particularly suitable for students interested in creative writing, journalism, publishing, visual communication, and editorial work.

07｜Vancouver Writers Fest

适合年龄：通常16岁以上

每年秋季举行的Vancouver Writers Fest，是温哥华比较有代表性的文学文化活动之一。

Festival期间需要大量Volunteer支持现场运营。

学生可能参与Front of House、Festival Ambassador、Book Sales、Box Office、Event Support等不同岗位。

对于喜欢文学、出版、英文、人文社科，或者活动策划的高中生来说，这类短期集中型义工非常有价值。

它和普通社区Volunteer不同，学生可以直接进入一个专业文化活动的运行现场，观察作家、出版社、读者和活动团队之间如何协作。

The Vancouver Writers Fest offers volunteer opportunities during its annual fall festival.

Volunteers may support front-of-house operations, guest services, book sales, ticketing, event assistance, and other festival activities.

This opportunity is especially relevant for students interested in literature, publishing, English, humanities, communications, and event management.

08｜Vancouver International Film Festival — VIFF

适合年龄：16岁以上，部分岗位要求19岁以上

如果学生对Film、Media、Marketing、Communication或者Event Management感兴趣，可以重点关注Vancouver International Film Festival。

VIFF每年会招募大量Festival Volunteers。

学生可能参与Guest Experience、Venue Operations、Festival Support、Office Administration以及现场活动运营。

对于未来想往Film、Media、Business、Marketing或者Communication方向发展的学生来说，这类经历不仅是Volunteer，也是一次真正进入大型文化机构观察其运作方式的机会。

VIFF也有Year-Round Volunteer，因此如果学生希望长期参与，可以持续关注全年岗位。

The Vancouver International Film Festival offers volunteer opportunities for students ages 16 and older, although some positions may require volunteers to be 19+.

Festival volunteers may support guest experience, venue operations, administration, partnerships, and other areas of festival operations.

This is a strong opportunity for students interested in film, media, communications, marketing, business, and event management.

三、科研STEM Science, STEM & Environment

如果学生到了Grade 9、Grade 10以后，已经开始形成比较明确的学术兴趣，可以逐渐让Volunteer经历和Academic Direction产生联系。

比如：

喜欢Biology，可以关注Biodiversity和Ecology；

喜欢Engineering和Computer Science，可以关注STEM Outreach；

喜欢Physics和Astronomy，可以关注Space Centre；

喜欢Environmental Science，可以参与Ecological Stewardship和Wildlife Monitoring。

这类项目的价值，并不只是“看起来和专业有关”。

更重要的是，学生可以通过真实的Public Education、Museum Program、Field Work和Science Outreach，更具体地理解一个学科在课堂之外是如何被应用的。

09｜UBC Beaty Biodiversity Museum

适合年龄：16岁以上

UBC Beaty Biodiversity Museum非常适合喜欢Biology、Ecology、Biodiversity和Science Communication的学生。

Volunteer不仅需要了解展品，还需要与访客交流，通过Workshop、Activities和Museum Education帮助公众理解生物多样性。

这意味着学生同时在发展两种能力：

一方面是Science Knowledge；

另一方面是如何把Science讲给别人听。

对于未来考虑Biology、Life Science、Environmental Science或者Science Communication的学生来说，这是一类非常值得关注的经历。

The UBC Beaty Biodiversity Museum offers volunteer opportunities for students ages 16 and older who are interested in biology, biodiversity, ecology, and science communication.

Volunteers may engage with museum visitors, support educational activities, and help communicate scientific ideas to the public.

This opportunity is especially relevant for students interested in biology, life sciences, environmental science, museum education, and science communication.

10｜UBC Geering Up Junior Instructor Program

适合年级：Grade 10及以上

UBC Geering Up是UBC Faculty of Applied Science旗下非常成熟的STEM Outreach项目。

Junior Instructor会与正式Instructor一起参与Engineering、Computer Science和Technology相关的Camp、Weekly Club和Workshop。

学生可能需要准备材料、协助课堂、帮助低年级学生完成Hands-on Activities，有时也有机会承担Teaching和Leadership任务。

如果一个学生未来希望往Engineering、Computer Science或者Technology方向发展，这种项目的价值就在于：

他不只是学习STEM，而是开始尝试“教STEM”。

这是完全不同层次的参与。

UBC Geering Up's Junior Instructor Program is open to students in Grade 10 and above.

Junior Instructors work with UBC instructor teams to support STEM camps, clubs, workshops, and outreach events.

Responsibilities may include lesson preparation, assisting with instruction, supporting hands-on activities, and occasionally leading STEM lessons.

This is especially valuable for students interested in engineering, computer science, technology, teaching, and STEM leadership.

11｜H.R. MacMillan Space Centre

适合年龄：16岁以上

对Astronomy、Physics、Space Science或者STEAM Communication感兴趣的学生，可以关注H.R. MacMillan Space Centre。

Volunteer可能参与Visitor Experience、Family Activities、Public Events以及STEAM Education相关工作。

对未来想学习Physics、Engineering、Astronomy或者Science Education的学生来说，这种经历的优势在于，它把学术兴趣和Public Communication结合了起来。

学生不仅需要“懂”，还需要逐渐学会如何帮助别人理解。

The H.R. MacMillan Space Centre offers volunteer opportunities for teens ages 16 and older.

Students interested in astronomy, physics, space exploration, and STEAM communication may support visitors, family activities, public events, and educational programming.

This can be a valuable experience for students interested in physics, engineering, astronomy, and science education.

12｜Stanley Park Ecology

如果学生的兴趣集中在Environmental Science、Ecology、Wildlife或者Conservation，Stanley Park Ecology非常值得长期关注。

相关Volunteer Program可能涉及Nature House、Habitat & Wildlife Monitoring、Bird Count、EcoStewards以及Seasonal Environmental Programs。

与普通活动义工相比，这类项目更接近真实的Ecological Stewardship。

学生不仅是参与活动，还可能接触Field Observation、Environmental Education以及Wildlife Monitoring。

对于未来考虑Environmental Science、Biology、Ecology或者Sustainability方向的学生，这类经历会很有延展性。

Stanley Park Ecology offers volunteer opportunities in environmental education, conservation, wildlife monitoring, and ecological stewardship.

Programs may include Nature House activities, habitat and wildlife monitoring, bird counts, EcoStewards, and other seasonal environmental initiatives.

This is particularly suitable for students interested in environmental science, biology, ecology, wildlife conservation, and sustainability.

Science World Future Science Leaders：它不是义工，但值得一起规划

这里需要单独说明一个经常被家长放进“Science Volunteer”清单里的项目：

Science World Future Science Leaders，简称FSL。

FSL严格来说并不是Volunteer Program。

它是Science World面向高中生设置的长期STEAM Enrichment Program。

学生通过Hands-on Activities、Mentorship、Industry Exposure和Science Projects深入探索不同STEM领域。

所以，如果一个学生未来想走Science方向，可以同时规划两条线：

Volunteer / Community Engagement

例如：

UBC Beaty Biodiversity Museum
Stanley Park Ecology
UBC Geering Up
H.R. MacMillan Space Centre

以及：

Academic Enrichment

例如：

Science World Future Science Leaders

这样，学生既有Academic Exploration，也有真实的Community Involvement，整体经历会更加完整。

9月开始规划，重点不是“找一个义工”

每年到申请季，家长很容易问：

“现在还有没有什么义工可以赶快做？”

但真正有价值的Volunteer Planning，通常不是从Grade 12开始的。

从Grade 8、Grade 9开始，学生完全可以利用一个完整学年去尝试不同类型的活动。

到了Grade 10，再逐渐找到自己的方向；

到了Grade 11、12，则进一步增加Leadership和Responsibility。

最后形成的可能不再是一张零散的活动清单，而是一条能够看出学生兴趣如何逐渐发展的轨迹：

兴趣 → 参与 → 持续 → 深入 → 承担责任

这也是高瓴教育在帮助学生规划课外活动时，更希望看到的状态。

义工当然可以帮助学生完成Community Service Hours。

但如果规划得当，它同样可以成为学生认识自己、探索方向，并逐渐建立个人申请故事的重要一部分。

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Volunteer Opportunities in Vancouver

Literary/Media/Culture

Vancouver Public Library

https://www.vpl.ca/programs/teen-advisory-group

https://www.vpl.ca/programs/ink-teen-journal-writing-and-visual-art

Teen Advisory Group (TAG), Youth Advisory Councils (YAC), grades 8-12
Roles include:

Organizing teen library events, reviewing books, assisting with activities for Summer Reading Club

Ink, annual teen publication for writing and visual art

Volunteer opportunities for Ink TAG, ages 13-18
Submit art to volume 10 of the magazine

Vancouver Writers’ Festival

https://writersfest.bc.ca/volunteer-information

Hosted on Granville Island, mid-to-late October, students and youth 16+ can volunteer to assist in the smooth running of the festival
Roles include:

Front of House & Festival Ambassadors, Bookstore & Sales Support, Box Office Ticketing, Event Assistants

Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF)

https://viff.org/volunteer/festival/

https://viff.org/volunteer/year-round/

16+ (some roles are 19+) can assist in theatre and venue operations, assisting festival-goers with inquires, supporting office admin or set-up
Can volunteer for the VIFF itself, or can also volunteer year-round with the organization

Sports/Leadership/General

Hillcrest Community Centre

https://hillcrestcommunitycentre.com/about-the-association/youth-volunteer/

Youth Volunteer program for teenagers 14-18
Roles include:

Assisting with children’s day camps, sports & skating lessons, special events, birthday parties

City of Vancouver Programs

https://vancouver.ca/people-programs/youth-getting-involved.aspx

Vancouver Police Department Cadet Program (VPD), grades 10-12
Youth Firefighting Opportunities

Greater Vancouver Food Bank

https://foodbank.bc.ca/volunteer/

15+ (and complete a Criminal Record Check through the GVFB) as group or individual volunteers
Roles include:

Sorting donations and packing food boxes

Big Brothers Teen Mentoring Program

https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/our-programs/teen-mentor/

Pairing high school students in grades 9-12 with younger children in grades 1-7, one-on-one mentorship, one hour / week

Science

UBC Beaty Biodiversity Museum

https://beatymuseum.ubc.ca/get-involved/join-the-team/volunteer/

Volunteer opportunity for teens comfortable with social interaction and passionate about biological sciences, 16+ (opportunities open Fall 2026)
Roles include:

Museum education, engaging in workshops and activities with guests, assisting with youth activities

UBC Geering Up - Engineering Outreach

https://geeringup.apsc.ubc.ca/join-us/general-information/volunteering/

UBC-run STEM initiative for high-school students to volunteer in subjects such as engineering, computer science, technology (Fall Session now closed, can register for Winter and Summer sessions throughout the year)

Junior Instructor Program (grades 10 and above)

Work with instructor team to support summer camps and events

Roles include:

Junior instructors (typically 15+) assist in teaching and leadership at summer camps, weekend activities, and community workshops

H.R. MacMillan Space Centre

https://www.spacecentre.ca/careers/

Volunteers 16+ who love astronomy and space exploration
Roles include:

Assisting with family craft stations, greeting visitors for shows and exhibits, aiding flow of public events

Science World - Future Science Leaders (FSL)

https://www.scienceworld.ca/futurescienceleaders/#scholarships

26-week after-school program running between Sept-Apr, hands-on experience and mentorship to explore STEAM, entering grade 10 or 11 in September of their program year (applications for 2027-28 program will open in February 2027)

BC Children’s Hospital

https://www.bcchauxiliary.com/volunteer/

16+, twelve-month commitment, contribute to hospital experiences of individuals and families

Screening process can be extensive and positions are not easily available

Stanley Park Ecology

https://stanleyparkecology.ca/about-stanley-park-ecology/volunteer/#programs

Supporting Stanley Park’s ecosystems, educating broader community, and supporting ecological stewardship, 16+

温哥华中学生在 2026 年 9 月仍有不少常规与季节性义工机会，适合用来累积毕业所需时长、丰富简历，并为大学申请做准备。hillhouseeducation+2

9 月仍可报名/参与的常见项目

社区中心、图书馆与市政青年项目

各市官网的 “Volunteer / Get Involved / Youth Volunteer” 页面常年更新岗位，9 月开学后也常有需要：活动助理、图书整理、社区节日支援等。wellstoneimmigration+1
列治文市等市政顾问/青年委员会类岗位申请截止多在 9 月下旬，适合高年级学生尝试（通常为 1–2 年任期）。icanhelp.richmond

非营利机构常规岗位（全年滚动）

大温哥华食品银行、红十字会、YMCA、United Way BC 等机构常年招募义工，9 月通常是新学期/新项目启动期，岗位较稳定。wellstoneimmigration
YWCA 大温哥华妇女会提供早餐派发、课后项目助理、捐赠包准备等，时间相对灵活，适合中学生课后参与。sunny-edu

专业/学术导向机构（需提前关注）

医院与卫生系统（如 VGH、Vancouver Coastal Health、BC Children’s）常有青少年志愿项目，但多需提前数月申请与培训；9 月更适合做信息收集与预登记。wellstoneimmigration
环保与科研类（如 Pacific Salmon Foundation、BC Wildlife Federation、部分水族馆/科技馆项目）部分岗位按学期或年度批次招募，建议查看官网“Volunteer/Youth”页面。wellstoneimmigration+1

在线义工平台（按兴趣筛选）

Volunteer Vancouver、GoVolunteer.ca、Volunteer Canada、Charity Village 等平台可按年龄、时间、地点筛选，9 月常有新学期志愿活动发布。wellstoneimmigration+1
加拿大服务团（Canada Service Corps）面向 12–30 岁青年，提供义工配对与培训资源，可作为长期规划入口。canada+1

9 月时间点的实用建议（针对中学生）

若目标是“快速累积时长”：优先选择社区中心、图书馆、食品银行、YWCA 等常规岗位，排班更稳定。wellstoneimmigration+1
若目标是“申请加分/专业相关”：尽早联系医院、科研/环保机构，或关注 Science World 等科技馆的青少年项目（部分项目有年龄与培训要求，需提前规划）。wellstoneimmigration+1
开学后时间紧张：可考虑周末/晚间岗位，或短期活动（如马拉松赛事志愿、社区节日支援等）。sunny-edu

如果你愿意告诉我学生的年级（8–12）、所在城区（温哥华市/列治文/本拿比/素里等）、每周可投入时长以及兴趣方向（医疗、环保、教育、活动策划等），我可以按这些条件帮你筛一份更贴合 9 月时间表的“可立即申请清单”。